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experts and specialists from different fields to exchange innovative solutions that will
support efforts to attain sustainable development at all levels. At present, the summit
reflects our relentless efforts to stay updated with Dubai's plans to integrate artificial
intelligence (AI) in all sectors to support digital transformation and keep pace with global
technological changes to ensure maximum readiness for the future. As a result, this year's
summit will focus on the most significant challenges societies have been facing, including
the development of human skills and the role of the AI economy in determining the
direction of different industries."

H.E. Jamal bin Huwaireb added: "As years pass by, the Knowledge Summit has
consolidated Dubai's position as a global hub for knowledge and innovation by opening
broad horizons for discussion and interaction with a selection of global thinkers,
innovators, pioneers, and decision-makers. We anticipate that this year's event will present
a significant opportunity to broaden the scope of international collaboration, particularly in
the fields of AI, knowledge, technology, and entrepreneurship, in collaboration with UNDP,

and to support initiatives aimed at accomplishing Sustainable Development Goals and
devising solutions to address global issues."

Furthermore, H.E. bin Huwaireb highlighted one of the major events on the sidelines of the
Knowledge Summit 2024, which will be the 3rd UNESCO World Open Educational
Resources (OER) Congress to be organized in association with UNESCO and held for the
first time in the Arab world. The event brings together numerous guests, including
ministers, top officials, and decision-makers from across the globe, to boost digital
cooperation.

The summit will also set the stage for the release of the Global Knowledge Index (GKI)
2024. In the past few years, the GKI has served as a qualitative resource for countries'
development strategies and goals, emphasizing strengths and areas for improvement using a
variety of indicators from various fields of expertise and identifying challenges facing
sustainable development pathways. In addition, a ceremony will be held to honor the
winners of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award (MBRKA) 2024,

which highlights remarkable contributions to the welfare of humanity, progress, and
development, as well as sheds light on the success stories of individuals and institutions.

He further mentioned that the inaugural meeting of the 'Global Alliance for Skills
Development' will take place during the summit along with the introduction of the Future
Skills Academy. Launched as part of the 'Knowledge Project' last year, the academy will
represent a significant milestone in the FutureSkills4All project. It aims to empower Arab
individuals through a range of educational programs that aid in the acquisition of future
skills, significantly improving their professional development and empowering them to
contribute to the region's economic growth and Sustainable Development Goals.

Dr. Hany Torky said: "This year's summit underscores our commitment to supporting
communities in the Arab region in their transition to a more inclusive and sustainable

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