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enhance the UAE’s position as a global hub for knowledge and innovation.
His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said: “Reflecting on the previous year, we are proud of

the remarkable feats and milestones achieved and the robust alliances we forged with global knowledge
entities. These accomplishments demonstrate our steadfast dedication to enhancing knowledge, innovation,

and learning. We aim to support communities, inspire young people, and foster a culture of innovation, in line
with our goals to establish the concepts of innovation and knowledge-based entrepreneurship. By doing so,

we strive to achieve the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President
and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a leading global scientific and

intellectual hub with a strong knowledge-based economy.” H.E. reaffirmed MBRF’s commitment to continuing
its journey as a leading entity in fostering knowledge pathways and advancing sustainable development.
Projects and Achievements

The ninth edition of the Knowledge Summit, one of the most prominent knowledge events, was held on
November 18 and 19, 2024, marking one of the major milestones for MBRF last year. The summit convened

over 100 esteemed global figures and prominent academics in fields such as AI, technology, economics,
education, environment, and other vital sectors. Insightful discussions on critical topics shaping the future
were held during the summit. Over 40 panel discussions and other valuable, inspiring knowledge events

were also organized, which addressed future skills and modern technologies, particularly AI. With over 3,000
visitors and an online reach exceeding 22,000 through its websites and social media platforms, the

Knowledge Summit proved to be a resounding success.
A significant highlight of the summit was the hosting of the 3rd UNESCO World OER Congress on the

sidelines of the Knowledge Summit. The congress, organized by UNESCO, was held for the first time in the
Arab region.

Furthermore, MBRF honored the esteemed recipients of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge
Award for 2024, recognizing their invaluable contributions to the advancement of knowledge, education, and
scientific research. A dedicated dialogue session at the summit served as a platform for these winners to

share their inspiring journeys and insights with the audience.
Building upon the resounding success of the ‘Future Skills for All’ initiative, the Knowledge Summit 2024

hosted the inaugural meeting of the ‘‘Global Alliance for Skills Development’. This event brought together
prominent figures and stakeholders to unite efforts in empowering young people with advanced skills and

cultivating strong leadership qualities. This initiative has now entered a new phase with the launch of the
‘Future Skills Academy,’ a joint venture by MBRF, UNDP, and the global educational platform ‘Coursera,’

aiming to provide free access to quality education and training opportunities for 10 million learners by 2030.
In 2024, MBRF also embarked on a significant project – ‘Documenting the Legacy of Sheikh Rashid’ – to
commemorate the 34th anniversary of the passing of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The project

seeks to preserve and share the late ruler’s rich legacy and the profound impact of his vision and leadership.
It will serve as a valuable resource and archive for future generations, highlighting the authentic qualities,

values, and principles that have shaped the remarkable journey of Dubai and the UAE.

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