RIYADH: The Times Higher Education World Academic Summit is being held in the Middle East for the first time, hosted by the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.
The three-day summit began on Tuesday, bringing together 750 participants including 105 keynote speakers from 75 institutions in 28 countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The gathering includes leading university presidents, decision-makers, industry leaders and academics from across the globe to discuss the theme “Universities as Agents of Change.”
It explores the role of universities in accelerating innovation and economic growth, promoting sustainability, preserving culture, and strengthening global collaboration.
Speakers presented research to address real-world needs, from developing sustainable cities to innovations in health and artificial intelligence, as well as the essential skills students need to build a prosperous future.
