On enhancing access to higher education and integrating emerging technologies into learning How is the ministry expanding access to higher education while also bolstering academic quality? KONGRATBAY SHARIPOV: Youth comprise nearly 60% of Uzbekistan's population, presenting both a significant responsibility and a tremendous opportunity. On the one hand, it drives rapidly growing demand…
The transformation of Qatar’s education system demonstrates what ambitious national planning, coupled with high levels of public investment, can achieve. The number of Qataris pursuing higher education is steadily increasing. Meanwhile, gender parity is high, as shown in both literacy and school attendance, as well as in strong female participation in maths, science, and engineering (STEM) subjects.…
Qatar’s education sector transformation has been driven by the Qatar National Vision 2030 development strategy and subsequent education policies. The changes have focused on aligning curricula with international standards, introducing new accreditation frameworks and incorporating digital technologies and innovative learning methods into the classroom. Together, these reforms aim to support the development…
Interview: Salem Al-Naemi, President, University of Doha for Science and Technology, on the contribution of young entrepreneurs towards a strengthened and diversified economy How can technical and vocational training institutions address youth employment in Qatar? AL-NAEMI: Training institutions are crucial in tackling youth unemployment by equipping young people with job-ready, practical skills…
Interview: Amir Berbic, Dean, Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar, on identifying collaborative opportunities and investment priorities within creative fields How are arts and design programmes adapting in pedagogy and infrastructure to ensure increased access leads to high-value creative employment? BERBIC: Institutions in the sector are under pressure to remain agile, as…
The transformation of Qatar’s education system demonstrates what national planning, coupled with high levels of public investment, can achieve. The number of Qataris pursuing higher education is steadily increasing. Meanwhile, gender parity is high, as shown in both literacy and school attendance, as well as in strong female participation in maths, science and engineering subjects. Strong public…
Despite heightened regional uncertainty stemming from the 2026 Iran conflict, Qatar continues to demonstrate economic resilience, supported by its position as one of the world’s leading LNG exporters, strong fiscal fundamentals and prudent policymaking. While short-term disruption has affected energy exports, trade and logistics, the country remains committed to advancing the objectives of Qatar
Interview: Jalal Al Tabtabaei, Minister of Education, on utilising digital tools to modernise the sector and develop human capital How is Kuwait’s education system evolving through the six-pillar reform plan to enhance learning outcomes in line with New Kuwait 2035? JALAL TABTABAEI: The education system is undergoing comprehensive transformation aimed at aligning learning outcomes with the national…
Revenue in the GCC digital health market is forecast to reach $2.58bn in 2025 and grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.93% to total $3.50bn by 2029. Kuwait’s digital health market generated approximately $540.3m in revenue in 2024 and is projected to reach $1.8bn by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 22.9%. At present, telemedicine is the largest contributor to the sector’s growth. In line…
Kuwait’s education sector traditionally prepared students for public sector employment, creating a growing skills gap with graduates who are underequipped for private sector jobs. Education reform, alongside an overhaul of both the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the national curricula, is expected to improve academic outcomes over the coming decades. At the same time, the prioritisation of health…
