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10/31/25, 1:17 PM Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation reveals key highlights of Knowledge Summit 2025 agenda - Gulf Tech…
The event emphasizes the value of investing in ideas and knowledge as the most impactful way to build thriving
communities.
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H.E. Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, highlighted how the 10 edition of the Knowledge Summit is not simply a
milestone, but the beginning of a new decade of global knowledge impact. His Excellency added, “The Summit
stands as a global benchmark for thought leadership in the knowledge economy, further positioning Dubai as a hub
for universal dialogue on transforming knowledge into sustainable economic and social value.
More importantly, it showcases the UAE’s innovative model for a knowledge-based economy driven by data, research,
and innovation, in line with our wise leadership’s vision to make knowledge a crucial resource for shaping a better
future.”
Dr. Hany Torky, Chief Technical Advisor and Project Manager of the Knowledge Project at UNDP, stated, “This year’s
Global Knowledge Index (GKI) has been comprehensively updated to improve accuracy and cross-country
comparisons by refining indicators and adding new criteria sets to assess key sectors such as education, research and
development, and Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) among others.
It also provides policymakers with a more practical and effective tool to design short- and long-term strategies that
address challenges and drive sustainable human development.”
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