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7/16/25, 9:40 AM In collaboration with Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports MBRF and UNDP to organise 4th edition of Youth Knowledge Forum in …
reflects MOYS's continued commitment to empowering Egyptian youth with the tools and support they need to shape
a bright and prosperous future.

Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports, stated that Egypt's role as the host of YKF's fourth edition reflects the
country's commitment to supporting and empowering youth, positioning them as a key pillar in building the New
Republic, under the leadership of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.

He emphasized that YKF serves as a key dialogue platform for enhancing young people's knowledge and skills, while
expanding their intellectual horizons in innovation, entrepreneurship, and the digital economy. He also praised the
fruitful partnership between MBRF and UNDP, which underscores the depth of Arab and international cooperation in
youth empowerment and human development.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, highlighted that the fourth edition of YKF reflects MBRF's
longstanding efforts to position the youth as key contributors to ensure a highly innovative and sustainable future.

He further stated: “Through this forum, we aim to foster a proactive culture aimed at enhancing the youths' ability to
address future challenges. This can be achieved not only by providing them with the requisite tools, but also by
inspiring them to generate solutions and drive social change through the localization and application of knowledge.
We are pleased to forge this constructive collaboration with MOYS, further highlighting both entities shared
commitment to driving the transition towards an inclusive knowledge economy, one that opens new avenues for Arab
youth to become leaders of development and pillars of progress.”

“As the world rapidly transitions towards a knowledge-based economy, empowering youth and enhancing their
knowledge and skills has become an essential priority. Egyptian youth possess the ambition and innovation required
to become key partners in advancing the country's development. In close partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid
Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, through the Knowledge Project and UNDP's programmes in Egypt, we remain
committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen youth capacities and expand their horizons,” said Mr. Ghimar
Deeb, Acting Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Egypt. “Through a
range of initiatives, UNDP Egypt equips young people with critical skills in areas such as digital transformation,
entrepreneurship, and the green economy, ensuring their active and meaningful contribution to sustainable
development.”

YKF's agenda will feature a rich lineup of impactful panel discussions and interactive dialogues on key topics related
to public and development policies in the age of the knowledge economy. It will also explore ways to foster strategic
cooperation and integration between governments and international institutions in this field, while addressing the
growing challenges of misinformation in the digital age and the powerful role of digital media in raising awareness
among Generation Alpha. In addition, the event will delve into entrepreneurship and obstacles faced by startups,
showcasing inspiring success stories of young entrepreneurs from Egypt and the wider Arab world.

Furthermore, discussions will be held on human capital development amid ongoing digital transformation, exploring
key themes such as reforming educational systems, enhancing digital and entrepreneurial skills, integrating formal
and informal learning, and shifting the focus from traditional education to lifelong learning. It will also highlight the
growing impact of AI on the job market and the knowledge economy, while also addressing ethical AI practices in
modern societies. Other topics will focus on the role of arts in development, the current state of entrepreneurship in
Egypt and the region, entrepreneurs' success stories, and mechanisms to empower startups to become more
sustainable and innovative.

YKF will conclude with a youth open dialogue, providing a platform for them to share the challenges they face and
their aspirations for the future. This will serve as a safe space for the youth to share their ideas, catalyzing the
creation of a knowledge-based Arab society grounded in the energy and potential of its youth. It will further reinforce
a culture of dialogue, openness and lifelong learning, reflecting both parties' commitment to strengthening knowledge

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