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which we host every year, has been successful in establishing Dubai as a global hub of
innovation and knowledge from which wide-ranging interactive forums are launched to
disseminate knowledge, experiences, and best practices to help societies transition to
knowledge-based economies. This contributes to improving the standard of living and
mapping out a sustainable future that prioritizes innovation and cutting-edge technology as a

means of achieving growth and prosperity."

The summit will introduce the 'Global Knowledge Index 2024,' which has established itself as
an important tool for developing policies and national vision in recent years, by highlighting
the strengths and areas for possible improvement across different knowledge fields such as
education, R&D, innovation, technology, and knowledge-based economy, making it a
comprehensive instrument to guide future strategies for sustainable development.

The 3rd UNESCO World OER Congress will be held for the very first time in the Arab World
as a part of the summit. The congress is organized by the United Nations Educational,
Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Around 500 ministers, senior officials, and
decision-makers from vital sectors like education, digital services, and communications are set
to participate in the congress.

Moreover, the summit will facilitate the honoring of the winners of the 'Mohammed bin Rashid
Al Maktoum Knowledge Award,' which aims to underscore the pivotal role of knowledge in
achieving sustainable development and global prosperity by recognizing key achievements that
contribute to knowledge dissemination and inspiring creative individuals to open new paths to

share and cultivate knowledge.

The summit will also feature panel discussions on future skills and AI by Coursera, the
infamous online learning platform.

In the upcoming edition, the summit will feature an agenda that includes interactive sessions,
workshops, and knowledge events, with the active participation of selected thinkers, creators,
and global personalities in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), technology, economy,

education, environment, health, and other vital sectors. The sessions will focus on varied key
themes, especially promoting sustainable economic growth, workforce skills and future jobs,
critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as emerging advanced technologies such
as data analysis, machine learning, programming, and AI.

This year's summit has seen an increase in the total number of panel sessions as compared to
the previous editions, surpassing 747 sessions, with 1765 speakers from among the best
innovative thinkers, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers from all over the world, and 81000
attendees. These numbers are poised to increase significantly in the upcoming edition.

Read the full story here: https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/515314/mbrf-and-

undp-to-host-9th-edition-of-knowledge-summit-on-18-19-november-2024 (https://www.24-
7pressrelease.com/press-release/515314/mbrf-and-undp-to-host-9th-edition-of-knowledge-