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Saudi Arabia, Canada Launch New Phase of Cooperation in Education, Knowledge, Capabilities

The Canadian ambassador said his country is working in partnership with Saudi Arabia to strengthen relations in the educational fields. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The Canadian ambassador said his country is working in partnership with Saudi Arabia to strengthen relations in the educational fields. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Arabia, Canada Launch New Phase of Cooperation in Education, Knowledge, Capabilities

The Canadian ambassador said his country is working in partnership with Saudi Arabia to strengthen relations in the educational fields. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The Canadian ambassador said his country is working in partnership with Saudi Arabia to strengthen relations in the educational fields. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Riyadh hosted on Tuesday the first Saudi-Canadian Forum for Educational Partnership, in the presence of Saudi Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan and Canadian Ambassador to the Kingdom Jean-Philippe Linteau.

The forum aims to strengthen cooperation and partnerships between educational institutions in the two countries. It witnessed the participation of around 180 experts and stakeholders in the fields of education, health and industry.

Al-Benyan underlined the importance of education in achieving the goals of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, especially in terms of qualifying students to compete globally. He noted that the forum reflected the commitment of Saudi Arabia and Canada to develop the existing strategic partnership between them.

The minister touched on his recent visit to Canada and pointed to many existing opportunities for cooperation in the fields of general and higher education, early childhood programs, teacher development, in addition to medical, technical and vocational training programs.

He stressed the importance of boosting cooperation between the two countries in research and development in priority areas in line with Vision 2030.

In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, Linteau said Canada is a committed partner in supporting the Kingdom’s move towards a knowledge-based economy as described in the goals of Vision 2030.

He added that the forum will serve as a platform for dialogue, communication and cooperation in the fields of joint research, technical training, capacity building, student and faculty exchange, curriculum development and opening external centers.

The ambassador said his country is working in partnership with Saudi Arabia to strengthen relations in education due to the importance of this sector in developing human capital and supporting innovation to achieve a prosperous future for the two countries.

The forum aims to explore the most important areas of educational cooperation, such as: information technology, tourism, health care, clean energy, mining, and agriculture, he went on to say.

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Saudi House at Davos: The Kingdom to Set a Global Standard for Defining Industrial Cities

Part of the first session of the Saudi House in Davos 2025 (X platform)
Part of the first session of the Saudi House in Davos 2025 (X platform)
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Saudi House at Davos: The Kingdom to Set a Global Standard for Defining Industrial Cities

Part of the first session of the Saudi House in Davos 2025 (X platform)
Part of the first session of the Saudi House in Davos 2025 (X platform)

Participants in the first session of the Saudi House initiative at the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, emphasized the importance of sustainable urban planning in addressing the challenges of global population growth. They highlighted Saudi Arabia’s ambition to set a global benchmark for defining industrial cities.
The Saudi House pavilion, organized by the Ministry of Economy and Planning, is held from January 20-24. Several government entities are participating, including the Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, and the Ministry of Investment. The initiative will host a series of dialogue sessions addressing key trends in social and economic transformation both locally and globally.
In the opening session titled, “Transforming Industrial Cities into Smart Hubs,” Dr. Basma Al-Buhairan, Executive Director of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Center in Saudi Arabia, stressed the urgent need for sustainable and resilient urban planning to manage rapid global population growth.
She noted that Saudi Arabia is on the verge of redefining the concept of industrial cities, aiming to establish a new global standard, while also highlighting the Kingdom’s futuristic vision for industrial city development.
Similarly, Dhafer Al Amri, General Manager of Mega Projects and Real Estate at Mobily, underscored the pivotal role of integrating technology into infrastructure to drive industrial development. Venugopal Pai, Vice President of Global Accounts and Global 2000 at Nutanix, lauded Saudi Arabia’s rapid transformation, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between the government, private sector, and organizations in turning the Kingdom’s vision into reality.
On the sidelines of the forum’s first day, Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning, Faisal Al-Ibrahim, met with Kisun Chung, Vice Chairman and CEO of HD Hyundai. The discussion focused on industrial innovation, marine sustainability, and opportunities under Saudi Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia’s participation at Davos is marked by a high-level delegation led by Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Foreign Affairs, alongside several other ministers and officials. The delegation’s aim is to collaborate with the international community under the theme “Working Toward a Prosperous Future for the World.” Key goals include discussing innovative solutions to global challenges, sharing best practices to stimulate economic growth, and showcasing Saudi Arabia’s success stories across various fields.
Additionally, the delegation plans to emphasize the Kingdom’s role in fostering international dialogue through effective diplomacy aimed at building common ground. The team will also highlight Saudi Arabia’s practical, realistic, and equitable approach to achieving ambitious climate goals, as well as its contributions to advancing clean energy transitions that support sustainable development.
During its participation, Saudi Arabia will focus on promoting international dialogue, accelerating sustainable development transitions, driving transformative innovation, empowering human potential, and showcasing its leadership in achieving global prosperity.