Ras Al Khaimah Hosts QS Higher Education Summit To Elevate Middle East's Education Quality

Sheikh Saqr bin Saud Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of RAK Ceramics, inaugurated the QS Higher Ed Summit: Middle East at the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK). This significant three-day event, which commenced recently, focuses on "Cultures of Innovation: Elevating quality education for a thriving Middle East". The summit has seen the participation of distinguished figures such as Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Education; Dr. Abdulrahman Abdulmannan Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation; alongside numerous officials, academics, and leaders from universities across the Middle East and beyond.

During his opening address, Sheikh Saqr bin Saud highlighted the commitment of Ras Al Khaimah, under the guidance of H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, to enhance the standard of higher education. This initiative aims to cultivate well-informed and skilled individuals capable of spearheading growth and prosperity within the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah, and the wider region. This vision is rooted in the belief that education is a pivotal tool for empowering youth globally to develop their nations, advance their societies, and forge a brighter future for humanity.

The summit's agenda includes discussions on fostering a culture of innovation within higher education institutions across the Middle East sustainably. This is particularly relevant in an era marked by rapid technological advancements, digital competencies, and the introduction of unconventional educational programs. Additionally, the event features dialogues on innovative research methodologies and their critical role in enhancing educational outcomes and supporting graduates' integration into the workforce.

Sheikh Saqr bin Saud extended a warm welcome to all summit participants, expressing hope that their deliberations would yield actionable insights and recommendations to elevate higher education quality in the Middle East. He also commended the pivotal role played by higher education institutions in bolstering sustainable development initiatives. Furthermore, he underscored the significance of fostering partnerships and communication among universities within the Middle East and globally to better anticipate and shape the future landscape of higher education.

The QS Higher Ed Summit: Middle East is organized in collaboration with QS (Quacquarelli Symonds), a renowned global higher education analyst and compiler of the QS World University Rankings. This partnership underscores the event's commitment to addressing key issues facing higher education in the region through a collaborative and forward-thinking approach.

With inputs from WAM