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UAE, Israeli educational institutions sign artificial intelligence MoU - arabnews.jp

WAM ·

Educational institutions from the United Arab Emirates and Israel have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement aims to foster cooperation and collaboration in the field of artificial intelligence. The specific participating institutions and detailed scope of the initiatives were not elaborated. Why it matters: This MoU signifies a notable step in academic and research collaboration between UAE and Israeli entities in the critical domain of AI, potentially leading to joint research and knowledge exchange.

Global university leaders meet at KAUST: World Academic Summit 2025

KAUST ·

KAUST hosted the Times Higher Education (THE) World Academic Summit 2025, the first time the event has been held in the Middle East, gathering over 800 delegates from 65 nations. The summit's theme was "Universities as Agents of Progress," focusing on the role of universities in solving sustainability and economic diversification challenges. THE's chief global affairs officer, Phil Baty, praised KAUST and the Kingdom's ambitions, emphasizing the importance of universities as drivers of societal change. Why it matters: The summit underscores the growing importance of Saudi Arabia and KAUST as a hub for global academic collaboration and innovation, aligning with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals.

Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar elected to International Association of University Libraries board of directors

KAUST ·

KAUST Library Director Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar has been elected to the board of directors of the International Association of University Libraries (IATUL). KAUST has been a member of IATUL since 2009, which provides a forum for library directors to discuss library service development. IATUL's president noted Vijayakumar was well-suited to foster IATUL's ambition to serve as a bridge between cultures. Why it matters: This appointment recognizes KAUST's growing role in international academic collaborations and knowledge sharing.