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Saudi KAUST Congress Focuses on Achieving Sustainable Outcomes

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Sheras Fernandes
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Minister of Investment and CEOs Take the Stage at KAUST's Global Sustainable Development Congress <br> Image Credit: Reuters

The Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress which is currently underway will continue until June 1 at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. The event has attracted over 1,000 researchers and innovators from leading regional universities, as well as government agencies within Saudi Arabia. With a focus on fostering partnerships and achieving tangible outcomes, KAUST is hosting the congress to encourage universities to align their educational, research, innovation, and awareness initiatives towards sustainable development.

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Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih stated that the congress provides a platform to review international sustainability efforts and strengthen cooperation between the Kingdom and international partners. In addition to Al-Falih, several CEOs of influential international companies are scheduled to share their insights and perspectives at the event.

A key highlight of the congress is the panel discussion "Shaping Global Food Systems," organized in collaboration with the Norwegian Embassy by the UN Global Compact network in the Kingdom. The congress has reiterated its stand to address global challenges and promote sustainable practices in the realm of food systems

KAUST Hosts Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress

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With a focus on forging new partnerships among participants, KAUST aims to encourage universities to align their educational, research, innovation, and awareness initiatives towards achieving tangible and influential results in the field of sustainable development.

Minister of Investment and CEOs Join the Congress

Minister Khalid Al-Falih and prominent CEOs from international companies are among the speakers at the Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress. Al-Falih will deliver a keynote speech on "Investment in Transformation" in Saudi Arabia, while the CEOs will share their insights, adding valuable perspectives to the discussions on sustainability and collaboration at the congress

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