Saudi Arabia to Host Global Research Council’s 13th Annual Meeting in 2025
In an exciting development, Saudi Arabia, represented by the Research, Development and Innovation Authority and the King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, has been approved to host the prestigious 13th annual meeting of the Global Research Council in 2025, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency.
Current Hosts: Swiss National Science Foundation and Fund for Science, Technology and Innovation
The 12th annual meeting of the Global Research Council is currently being hosted by the Swiss National Science Foundation and the Fund for Science, Technology and Innovation in Interlaken, Switzerland.
Themes and Partnerships for the 13th Annual Meeting
Munir bin Mahmoud El-Desouki, president of King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology and deputy chairman of the Global Research Council, emphasized the significance of the topics to be discussed at the upcoming meeting in Riyadh. The event will be held in collaboration with Turkiye, represented by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkiye.
Focus on AI and Sustainable Development
The meeting will focus on “research management in the age of artificial intelligence” and “collaborative innovation to address global challenges towards achieving sustainable development, including climate change, pollution, and biodiversity.” These themes have been carefully selected to align with global trends and Saudi Arabia’s future goals in research, development, and innovation.
El-Desouki highlighted the transformative impact of AI applications in research and development, emphasizing the need for member states to share their experiences and insights on AI advancements. He stressed the vital role of research in supporting sustainable development and addressing complex global challenges.
Regional Collaboration and Global Impact
Mohammed Al-Otaibi, general supervisor of the Research, Development and Innovation Authority, expressed his enthusiasm for Saudi Arabia hosting the 13th annual meeting. He emphasized the importance of enhancing regional collaboration among research councils in the Middle East and North Africa to strengthen their contributions to global knowledge and innovation.