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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 award covers multiple areas such as education, technology,
scientific research, and innovation.

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.

Through the previous eight editions, Knowledge Summit has successfully established itself as
one of the leading international events that focuses on exchanging knowledge, experiences,

and success stories. It has also underlined its importance as a platform for introducing
innovative insights and new ideas, highlighting best practices to find solutions for global

challenges. On the other hand, it has propelled investment efforts in knowledge by developing
human resources skills and driving innovation.