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Shafaq News
18 hours ago
- Business
- Shafaq News
Kurdistan to hand over surplus crude to SOMO
Shafaq News – Erbil The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has approved transferring all crude produced beyond local needs to Iraq's state oil marketer SOMO, Education Minister Alan Hama Saeed said on Sunday. Speaking to reporters in Erbil, Saeed confirmed the cabinet voted unanimously last week to deliver any output above 50,000 barrels per day — the Region's daily consumption — to SOMO. Baghdad has yet to respond to those comments. Kurdistan exported about 450,000 barrels per day before March 2023, when flows through Turkiye's Ceyhan port were halted following an arbitration ruling in Baghdad's favor. The suspension came a year after Iraq's Federal Court voided the Region's authority to sell oil independently. Those rulings paved the way for a framework adopted by the Iraqi cabinet in July 2025, requiring roughly 280,000 barrels per day to be handed over to SOMO once exports restart.
TECHx
05-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
The Digital School Expands Digital Learning in Kurdistan Iraq
Home » Smart Sectors » Education » The Digital School Expands Digital Learning in Kurdistan Iraq The Digital School, an initiative under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has launched joint digital education projects with the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq. This collaboration aims to support the region's digital education strategy by providing advanced tools and modern learning methods. The goal is to equip new generations with essential skills to participate in building a better future. The announcement followed an official visit by The Digital School team to the Kurdistan Region. During the visit, several digital schools were inaugurated, and 2,400 teachers graduated from the Digital Educator Global Academy. A new programme to train 10,000 digital teachers was also launched. The ceremony honored teachers leading the digital transformation and included site visits to digital schools. These visits were conducted in coordination with the region's Ministry of Education. Key attendees included: Alan Hama Saeed, Minister of Education, Kurdistan Regional Government Safeen Dizayee, Head of the Department of Foreign Relations Ahmed Al Dhaheri, UAE Consul-General in the Kurdistan Region Dr. Waleed Al Ali, Secretary-General of The Digital School Representatives from Dubai Cares, including Tatiana Droushki and Iskandar Hussein Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence and Chairman of the Board of The Digital School, said the partnership shows a shared commitment to advancing education and digital transformation. He praised the Kurdistan Regional Government for its support and swift progress in implementing digital education. Alan Hama Saeed welcomed the launch and highlighted the importance of using smart technologies in education. He emphasized the need to educate Generation Alpha using tools they are already familiar with. Tariq Al Gurg, CEO and Vice Chairman of Dubai Cares, stated that this project is more than access to quality education. It represents an investment in a generation prepared to adapt and lead in a changing world. The team also reviewed the outcomes of the partnership: The Digital School platform was translated into Kurdish. ASU-accredited teacher training was offered in Kurdish. The national curriculum for grades 1–9 was digitized in Kurdish, covering Arabic, English, Kurdish, Math, and Science. Further efforts to digitize grades 10–12 are underway. Additionally, 64 schools were equipped with digital tools such as smart boards. Over 40,000 students registered on The Digital School platform, and 2,000 teachers joined the system. A total of 2,400 teachers received ASU-accredited certification. Around 1,600 devices were distributed to students and educators. The visit concluded with a recognition ceremony honoring outstanding digital teachers. It also marked the beginning of a new initiative to train 10,000 teachers under the 'Digital Teacher' programme, in collaboration with Arizona State University. This effort supports building local teaching capacity and aligns education with the demands of the digital era. Launched in 2020 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, The Digital School is the first accredited digital school of its kind. It provides flexible learning for underserved students, refugees, and displaced individuals worldwide.
Hi Dubai
05-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
The Digital School Launches Major Digital Education Partnership with Kurdistan Regional Government
The Digital School, a pioneering initiative under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has launched a wide-ranging digital education partnership with the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq, aiming to transform the region's education sector with future-ready tools and methodologies. The announcement came during an official visit by The Digital School delegation to the Kurdistan Region, where several digital schools were inaugurated, 2,400 teachers graduated from digital training programmes, and a new initiative was launched to train 10,000 more educators in collaboration with Arizona State University. The collaboration, developed in coordination with the region's Ministry of Education, includes the full integration of Kurdish language support across The Digital School's digital learning platforms. Key achievements include digitising the Kurdish national curriculum for grades 1 to 9, translating teacher training courses, and equipping 64 schools with smart technology. So far, over 40,000 students and 2,000 teachers have registered on the platform. Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence and Chairman of The Digital School, said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering the next generation with the skills to lead in a digital world. He praised the swift progress and strong support from the Kurdistan Regional Government. Alan Hama Saeed, Kurdistan's Minister of Education, said The Digital School's fully digital model offers an essential step toward preparing Generation Alpha for a tech-driven future. The visit also featured classroom visits, equipment inspections, and a recognition ceremony for top-performing teachers. Dubai Cares, a key supporter, emphasised the role of digital education in building inclusive, adaptable learning systems for a rapidly changing world. Launched in 2020, The Digital School aims to deliver high-quality digital and blended learning to underserved communities, refugees, and displaced learners worldwide. News Source: Emirates News Agency
