Abu Dhabi stands at the forefront of the MENA region’s economic growth, boasting a 9.3% growth rate in 2022. Looking ahead, the emirate’s ambitious roadmap, the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, charts a course for economic transformation. A key goal of the roadmap is to substantially reduce reliance on hydrocarbons, with a target of achieving 64% of GDP from non-hydrocarbons sectors by 2030. Th
In a bid to expand access, education is increasingly exploring the possibilities of the metaverse and extended-reality (XR) approaches. The former comprises a range of technologies that immerse users in a virtual environment. It denotes a 3D medium that combines virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) into a new digital realm, sometimes known as XR. These environments are accessed through VR…
In terms of the filing of international patents, 2022 was a record-breaking year, with higher education playinga significant role in driving innovation and expanding international practices regarding intellectual property (IP). The UNWorld Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) reported in February 2023 that 278,100 international patents had been filed under its Patent Cooperation Treaty…
Developing strong research, development and innovation (RDI) capacities is key to Abu Dhabi’s and the UAE’s economic development and diversification efforts. In November 2019 the emirate launched the Abu Dhabi Research and Development Authority (ADRDA) under the remit of the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). The goal of the ADRDA is to boost research capacities throughout the emirate’s…
The education sector is central to both the UAE’s and Abu Dhabi’s development agendas, with the upskilling of human capital integral to the success of economic diversification efforts. Significant resources are being dedicated to redesigning curricula; bolstering research, development and innovation (RDI) capacities; and integrating new technologies into the sector. Structure & Oversight The…
Interview: Sarah Al Amiri How can the intersection of advanced technology and public education influence economic growth? SARAH AL AMIRI: The UAE is building a digital, knowledge-based economy in line with its vision for the next 50 years. Advanced technology and education are fundamental pillars of this effort, and they are two of the government’s key priorities because of their power to transform…
Education and research hold pivotal roles in Abu Dhabi’s broader development effort. The emirate is committed to enhancing human capital through curriculum redesign, increased research and innovation capacities, and technology integration in the education sector. Recent initiatives and partnerships have channelled expertise and funding into specific educational areas, bolstering Abu Dhabi’s regional…
En Français ARISE was founded in 2010 with a focus on addressing three critical issues: unemployment, income inequality and environmental sustainability. The company aims to empower individuals through education, by creating sustainable infrastructure and leveraging natural resources like solar energy. ARISE is also dedicated to training women in traditionally male-dominated industries, promoting
Misrata is playing a central role in the diversification of Libya's economy, focusing on the shipping, manufacturing, automotive, construction, ICT, health care and education sectors. With strategic ports like Tripoli, Benghazi and Misrata, the government aims to make the country an international trade hub through partnerships with private investors for port modernisation. Tax incentives and free
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is experiencing a period of sustained economic growth, outperforming other G20 nations in 2022. This expansion is attributed to higher global energy prices, resulting in a fiscal surplus and supporting diversification efforts and the non-oil sector.