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Saudi-Canadian education partnership forum enhances bilateral ties in Riyadh
Published in The Saudi Gazette on 08 - 05 - 2024

The Saudi-Canadian Education Partnership Forum was officially inaugurated in Riyadh on Tuesday by the Saudi Minister of Education, Yousef Al-Benyan, with the Canadian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Jean-Philippe Linteau, in attendance. This forum, which saw participation from officials from over 70 Saudi and 40 Canadian entities including ministries, universities, and companies, is designed to fortify educational cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Canada.
During the event, Minister Al-Benyan highlighted the critical role of education in achieving the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, notably in preparing Saudi students for global competition. He emphasized that the forum reflects the deep commitment of both Saudi Arabia and Canada to enhance their strategic partnership in education.
Al-Benyan also shared insights from his recent visit to Canada, where he explored numerous opportunities for collaboration in sectors such as general and higher education, early childhood programs, teacher and medical training, and technical and vocational training. He stressed the importance of advancing cooperation in research and development.
Ambassador Linteau remarked on the mutual commitment to strengthening educational relations, which he said are vital for human capital development and innovation, aiming for a prosperous future for both nations. He noted that the forum serves as a platform to delve into critical areas of educational cooperation, including information technology, tourism, healthcare, clean energy, mining, and agriculture.
The forum's agenda is focused on enhancing bilateral collaboration in the development of education, academic research, and medical training through the exchange of experiences, joint research projects, student and faculty exchanges, and knowledge sharing. It also aims to open new avenues for educational investment between the two countries.
The event, attended by approximately 180 officials from the sectors of education, health, academia, and industry from both nations, featured numerous sessions that discussed a range of initiatives and partnerships. Additionally, 215 bilateral meetings were conducted between Saudi and Canadian entities, paving the way for future collaborations. — SG


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