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Muscat Daily
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Muscat Daily
Oman to host Omani-Saudi Knowledge Dialogue Forum
Muscat – The Sultanate of Oman is set to host the Omani-Saudi Knowledge Dialogue Forum this Sunday, marking a major step forward in academic and research collaboration between the two neighbouring nations. The two-day forum is being organised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation in cooperation with the Council of University Affairs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Speaking ahead of the event, Dr Maryam bint Balarab al Nabhani, Director General of Private Universities and Colleges at the Ministry, underscored the forum's role as a strategic platform to deepen knowledge cooperation and the exchange of expertise between Oman and Saudi Arabia. Dr Nabhani emphasised the importance of twinning higher education institutions in both countries, promoting joint research initiatives, facilitating student and academic exchanges, and encouraging the establishment of research and development centres. The forum will also promote joint investment in education, scientific research, and innovation. She noted that the event supports the broader national development goals outlined in both Oman Vision 2040 and Saudi Vision 2030, by enhancing collaboration between intellectual, educational, and research institutions. The forum will gather a distinguished group of academics, researchers, and policymakers from both nations to exchange ideas and explore opportunities for stronger knowledge partnerships. It will feature a series of dialogue sessions covering a wide range of themes, including the challenges and opportunities in building pioneering universities in the Arabian Gulf, and the impact of the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions on education, smart campuses, and innovation. An estimated 70 Saudi universities, along with multiple research centres and all public and private higher education institutions in Oman, are expected to participate in the event.
Leaders
09-03-2025
- Science
- Leaders
Saudi Universities Lead Global Patent Rankings
Saudi universities have achieved remarkable success in the National Academy of Inventors' (NAI) 2024 Top 100 Worldwide Universities list, which highlights institutions granted the most utility patents in the past year. According to a statement from the Council of University Affairs, King Faisal University claimed the top spot globally with 631 patents. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals secured fifth place with 265 patents, while Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University ranked 15th with 141 patents. King Saud University also made the list, placing 64th with 56 patents. Dr. Bassam Al-Bassam, Secretary-General of the Council of University Affairs, credited this achievement to the transformative progress of Saudi universities, particularly in the fields of scientific research and innovation. He highlighted their growing role as research hubs aligned with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, supported by the Kingdom's leadership and the Ministry of Education. Dr. Al-Bassam extended his congratulations to the universities and expressed confidence in their ability to sustain and build upon these accomplishments in the future. Related Topics : 28 Saudi Universities Compete in Azka U to Advance AI Skills Globally National Center for Meteorology Holds Workshop for Saudi Universities on COP16 Reopening Admission to e-Learning, Distance Education Programs in 5 Saudi Universities KSU Leads Saudi Universities in Global Rankings Short link : Post Views: 23 Related Stories
