RIYADH: The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has launched an educational initiative to empower 50,000 Saudis for the most in-demand jobs of the future through training, upskilling, and reskilling.

In collaboration with Oracle and the National eLearning Center, the Mostaqbali (My Future) program will be delivered via the national eLearning platform FutureX, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The initiative aims to develop national competencies and equip Saudi men and women with artificial intelligence and other in-demand digital skills for the future labor market.

The program builds on the ministry’s efforts to support the shift toward smart technologies, enabling citizens to pursue eLearning and enhance their technological capabilities.

It also promotes the localization of digital talent and ensures equal opportunities for all segments of society across educational and professional levels, the SPA added.