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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

cooperation among Arab nations, while presenting an effective model for youth empowerment
as well as creating a positive impact across all sectors and shaping a prosperous and

progressive future.

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