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Arab Award Forum Wraps Up 5th Edition, Highlights Role of Prizes in

Fostering Excellence and Creativity

The fifth edition of the Arab Award Forum concluded in Dubai after two days of engaging discussions and knowledge exchange aimed at promoting
innovation, creativity, and collaboration among Arab awards.
Hosted by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award (MBRKA) — an initiative of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) — the forum brought together representatives from 35 of the Arab world’s leading awards, alongside prominent
thought leaders, scientists, and knowledge experts. The event reaffirmed MBRF’s commitment to advancing intellectual and creative excellence across
the region.

Strengthening Collaboration Among Arab Awards

Held at the Mohammed bin Rashid Library (MBRL), the forum’s fifth General Assembly meeting reviewed new members who joined the initiative and
explored the Arab Awards Platform, recently launched by the Arab Thought Foundation (ATF). The session also discussed upcoming activities and
showcased the official website of the forum along with the online platforms of participating awards.

A key highlight of the assembly was the presentation of a comprehensive study titled “The State of Arab Awards”, led by Dr. Ashraf Al-Izzazi,
Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Culture in Egypt. The study provided valuable insights into the evolving landscape of Arab awards and their
role in promoting cultural and intellectual development.
Encouraging Knowledge Sharing And Institutional Excellence

Participants also toured the Mohammed bin Rashid Library, exploring its vast collections of books and historical manuscripts that document the evolution
of human knowledge. An orientation workshop introduced attendees to the Integrated ISO Guide for Quality Management Systems in Knowledge,
Innovation, and Artificial Intelligence, a strategic initiative led by MBRF to enhance quality and innovation management in the knowledge sector.

Honoring Arab Institutions Of Excellence

During the closing ceremony, several government institutions and organizations were honored for their outstanding contributions to supporting Arab
awards and fostering a culture of excellence. Honorees included the Presidency of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al
Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, the Greater Amman Municipality, and the Supreme Council of
Culture in Egypt. The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award was also recognized for successfully hosting and organizing this year’s
forum.

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