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10/30/25, 10:45 AM Dubai To Host 10Th Knowledge Summit With Focus On Sustainable Communities, AI
Dr. Hany Torky, Chief Technical Advisor at UNDP's Knowledge Project,

announced that the Global Knowledge Index (GKI) has been comprehensively

updated to provide policymakers with a more effective tool for sustainable

development.“It has been refined to improve accuracy and cross-country

comparisons, with new criteria to assess key sectors such as education, R&D,

and ESG,” he explained.

Saif Al Mansouri, Head of the Knowledge Summit Committee, detailed the event's

immersive format, featuring specialized halls. The 'Main Hall' will host global

discussions, the 'Sustainable Communities' Hall will explore societal

transformation in partnership with the United Nations, and the 'Global Knowledge

Index' Hall will offer deep dives into national-level performance.

The briefing also highlighted the achievements of other MBRF initiatives,

including the Digital Knowledge Hub and the Dubai International Program for

Writing, which has been empowering youth through workshops in creative writing

and translation.

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