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7/3/25, 10:21 AM MBRF and UNDP organize final phase of ‘Knowledge Journey in Kuwait’ to prepare leaders of tomorrow - Middle East Business Ne…
Emma Morley, Resident Representative of UNDP in Kuwait, said, “The ‘Knowledge Journey in
Kuwait’ exemplifies our unwavering commitment to accelerate youth empowerment across
the Arab region, empowering them as the key partners in building sustainable futures. In
the present world, nations’ growth is mainly driven by their investment in knowledge,
innovation, and human capital. Our partnership with MBRF and the Kuwaiti SCPD
contributes towards equipping youth and women to navigate global trends, inform evidence-
based policymaking, and actively shape the nation’s future. Furthermore, this initiative is
aligned with our commitment to ‘Kuwait Vision 2035,’ which aims to position the youth as
key players in creating a diversified, inclusive knowledge economy.”

The General Secretariat for SCPD underscored that this initiative advances national efforts
to empower youth and foster local talent, in line with the National Development Plan and
Kuwait Vision 2035. The council highlighted that investing in human capital is a key step
towards attaining sustainable development and establishing a knowledge-based economy.
Through its partnership with MBRF and UNDP, the council seeks to develop an environment
that supports youth leadership skills and digital transformation across industries. This
partnership will help cultivate a new generation of leaders capable of navigating future
challenges and creating development opportunities.

The final phase of the initiative follows the path of the previous ones, building on their
results and drawing from fruitful sessions and discussions held across various sectors. It
aims to create practical and strong recommendations that contribute to the development of
a knowledge-based society. The first phase, held in October 2024, highlighted the
significance of knowledge in driving development and the role of the Global Knowledge
Index as a tool for evaluating the status and trends of global knowledge economies.

Meanwhile, the second phase, conducted in February 2025, underscored the role of
technology utilization, research development, and digital literacy in boosting sustainable
development across Arab nations. It also underscored the importance of improving the
education system and fostering lifelong learning, especially in vocational training.

The ‘Knowledge Journey in Kuwait’ builds on the success of the ‘Knowledge Week’ initiative,
previously held in Jordan (2019) and Egypt (2020). It aligns with global efforts to promote
vibrant, knowledge-based societies and reinforces MBRF’s commitment to fostering a
sustainable knowledge economy rooted in innovation and creativity, both regionally and
globally.

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