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landscape. Such events serve as an ideal avenue to foster innovation,
exchange expertise, and bolster essential skills, empowering communities

to anticipate and address future challenges. We hope the upcoming
Knowledge Week in Kuwait will inspire Kuwaiti youth to take on a prominent
role in elevating the nation's knowledge landscape, paving the way for
sustainable growth.”

Mr. Sherif Eltokali, Deputy Resident Representative – UNDP Kuwait,
said:“The upcoming Knowledge Week will showcase the immense
potential of Kuwaiti youth and their role in driving sustainable

development. Through this initiative, we seek to nurture an environment
that promotes public-private collaboration, in line with the nation's ongoing
efforts to achieve economic diversification.”

Ms. Eman Al-Sharrah, Director of the National Knowledge Economy Center,
said:“The 'Knowledge Journey in Kuwait' initiative marks a key milestone in
realizing the objectives of 'Kuwait Vision 2035' and fostering a knowledge-

driven society. Events like this drive cross-sector collaboration and
empower young people to take on leadership roles as we build a
sustainable economy. The initiative will also offer youth the essential tools
for embracing innovation and strategic thinking, paving the way for a

brighter tomorrow.”

The 'Knowledge Journey' has been divided into various phases to promote
active participation in the workshops and dialogue sessions with decision-

makers. The first phase, which was conducted on October 22, 2024,
focused on analyzing and gaining insights into the nation's present
knowledge ecosystem and reviewing the results of the Global Knowledge

Index (GKI) 2023.

The second phase, slated for February 5 – 6, will explore the role of
innovation and information and communication technology (ICT) as

transformative forces in the global economy. It will also discuss how
technology, research and development, and digital literacy can be
leveraged to drive sustainable development in the Middle East region. On
the second day, the need to redesign educational systems in line with

future needs and the importance of lifelong learning and vocational training
will be explored.

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