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Scoop
18-07-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Mayor Celebrates Tech Institute In Auckland: "Another Win" For City's Future Economy
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown is celebrating the latest government announcement affecting Auckland. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology (NZIAT) will be based in Auckland, backed by an initial $231 million investment over four years to boost science, technology, and commercialisation. Technology & Innovation was identified as one of three key growth sector opportunities for Auckland in the Auckland mayor's refreshed manifesto. Mayor Brown has been championing this move since May, when he announced his work in the sector under his new manifesto during the Innovation and Technology Forum. The mayor also announced his establishment of new industry leadership under the Auckland Innovation and Technology Alliance at the forum. The Alliance brings together the public and private sectors to attract capital and boost productivity. It will provide strategic leadership, encourage coordination, and drive deal-making and investment to strengthen Auckland's position as a globally competitive tech and innovation hub. Last week, the Alliance Leadership Group was announced. The group brings together some of Auckland's most respected institutions across business, research, investment, and public innovation, led by the mayor. Its joined-up approach is a first for New Zealand in the industry. Mayor Brown says he's pleased the government decided to establish the institute in Auckland, noting the move complements his newly established alliance. He says Auckland is where the funding, research, expertise, and most local government efforts already exist. "They've scored some big brownie points with me today. It was the most sensible decision given all the ingredients for an ecosystem of innovation already exist here. All the work is already being done here; what was missing was the leadership, which I've now provided under the Alliance, and the commercialisation of ideas, which I believe the institute will now provide.' He says the move is another win for Auckland, for his manifesto, and for Auckland's future economy. This follows the government passing legislation to allow Chinese passport holders to more easily pass through Auckland, and the establishment of the Southern Link flight path between Southeast Asia and South America. 'It's worth noting here that when Auckland wins, New Zealand wins. The legislation to allow hoteliers to charge a bed levy is the next logical step. These are things that don't cost the government anything but open up Auckland's economy to some of the largest economies and populations this side of the globe.' The mayor has also offered his leadership and overseas connections to boost city-to-city deals for the industry. 'As former Chief Science Advisor Sir Peter Gluckman says, world trade is now more city to city than country to country, and I know many of the big city leaders in China, India, and Brazil. I get to see leaders that government ministers can't. 'I'm focused on strengthening our international connections and building on my relations further with city leaders. Auckland must be open for business so our kids don't have to leave New Zealand to take advantage of growth elsewhere.' Notes: Related mayoral releases may be found here:
Saudi Gazette
16-05-2025
- Science
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi student joins global panel at ISEF 2025 for second year in a row
Saudi Gazette report COLUMBUS — Saudi student Areej Abdullah Al-Qarni has been selected for the second consecutive year to participate in a high-level panel discussion with global experts in science, technology, and medicine at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF 2025), held this year in Columbus, Ohio. Chosen from among hundreds of students worldwide, Al-Qarni's selection underscores her outstanding performance and continued excellence in scientific research. She is part of a 41-member Saudi national team competing alongside over 1,700 students from 70 countries for top awards at the world's largest platform for high school research and innovation. This year, Al-Qarni is presenting a project focused on carbon capture through cooling—an innovative approach to mitigating climate change. As part of the Innovation and Technology Forum, Al-Qarni will join a select group of students given the opportunity to question leading global figures in science and forum connects the world's brightest young minds with decision-makers and pioneers in the innovation offers participants a unique global stage to present cutting-edge research evaluated by an elite panel of international experts, reinforcing its role as a launchpad for future scientific leaders.
Leaders
16-05-2025
- Science
- Leaders
Saudi Student Al-Qarni Selected to Engage with Global Science Leaders at ISEF 2025
Saudi student Areej Abdullah Al-Qarni was selected for the second consecutive year to join a panel discussion with global experts in science, and medicine at the 2025 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), held in Columbus, Ohio. Al-Qarni earned this prestigious opportunity in recognition of her outstanding achievements in scientific research. She is one of 41 students representing Saudi Arabia in a competition that includes more than 1,700 participants from 70 countries, all vying for top honors at ISEF. Al-Qarni's 2025 project explores carbon capture through cooling an innovative approach aimed at addressing the urgent global challenge of climate change. Each year, a selected group of standout students is invited to engage directly with leaders in innovation and entrepreneurship during ISEF's Innovation and Technology Forum. Additionally, this initiative bridges the gap between the scientific leaders of tomorrow and today's pioneers in the field. Regarded as the world's largest international competition for high school research and innovation, ISEF provides a global stage for students to showcase their work to an esteemed panel of scientists and industry experts. Related Topics : In Photos: Saudi Arabia Warmly Welcomes ISEF 2024 Participants after Overwhelming Success Saudi Team for Science and Engineering Awaits ISEF 2024 Results Saudi Broadcasting Authority, Media Forum Participate in CABSAT 2025 in Dubai Uber Expects to Launch Self-Driving Cars in Saudi Arabia in 2025 Short link : Post Views: 10 Related Stories
