UAE President marks International Day of Education

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President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan says the UAE will leverage AI and technology for a more innovative future for the UAE, on the International Day of Education.

Posting on X, the UAE President said: "On International Day of Education, we renew our commitment to the ongoing enhancement of education in the UAE. By fostering lifelong learning, promoting our values and identity, and leveraging the responsible use of AI and technology, we aim to build a stronger, more innovative future for our nation and our people."

The UAE, through Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives' Digital School, has launched a project to support the continuity of education in Lebanon, benefiting 40,000 students in its first phase. This initiative offers both digital learning solutions and support for education centres in displacement camps.

Since its inception in 2020, the Digital School has expanded rapidly, reaching over 160,000 students across 13 countries. The platform has trained more than 2,500 digital teachers and offers content in Arabic, English, French, and Spanish.

A significant milestone was the adoption of the Abu Dhabi Declaration at the 19th Conference of Arab Ministers of Higher Education and Scientific Research, hosted by the UAE. The Declaration outlined a strategic framework for advancing higher education and research in the Arab region, emphasising the need for graduates equipped with skills to meet the demands of the evolving job market.

Education has been a cornerstone of the UAE's foreign aid. Since 2018, the nation has contributed US$200 million to the Global Partnership for Education to support educational programmes in developing countries until 2025.

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