Dubai: The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has unveiled the agenda for the 10th edition of the Knowledge Summit 2025, set to take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from November 19 to 20. The event, themed 'Knowledge Markets: Developing Sustainable Communities,' aims to highlight the importance of knowledge in fostering community development.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Summit aligns with the UAE's 2025 declaration as the Year of Community and promises a series of informative sessions and discussions designed to encourage global collaboration. The event underscores the strategic value of investing in knowledge as a means to cultivate prosperous communities.
Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, emphasized that the 10th edition of the Knowledge Summit marks not just a milestone, but the beginning of a new era in global knowledge exchange. He noted that the Summit serves as a global standard for leadership in the knowledge economy, elevating Dubai's status as a center for international dialogue on transforming knowledge into economic and social value. He added that it reflects the UAE's innovative approach to a knowledge-based economy driven by data, research, and innovation, in line with national leadership's vision for a knowledge-centric future.
Dr. Hany Torky, Chief Technical Advisor and Project Manager of the Knowledge Project at UNDP, revealed updates to this year's Global Knowledge Index (GKI), which now includes refined indicators and new criteria for assessing sectors like education, research and development, and ESG. These updates aim to provide policymakers with a more effective tool for developing strategies that promote sustainable human development.
Saif Al Mansouri, Head of the Knowledge Summit Committee, discussed the event's agenda, which promises an immersive experience through specialized halls. The 'Main Hall' will host global knowledge discussions, the 'Sustainable Communities' Hall will focus on societal transformation through knowledge, and the 'Global Knowledge Index' Hall will provide insights into national performance in education and innovation.
The Summit will feature over 130 speakers in more than 45 panel discussions, bringing together government officials, international experts, and thought leaders. Discussions will cover topics such as AI, blockchain, big data, legislation, societal transformation, intellectual property, patents, education, scientific research, and innovation.
Additionally, the meeting reviewed the achievements of the Digital Knowledge Hub and highlighted the 'Knowledge Break' initiative, which has hosted collaborative sessions in countries like Australia and Canada. Achievements of the Dubai International Program for Writing, which offers workshops in creative writing, translation, and screenwriting, were also discussed.