JEDDAH - Saudi Arabia will become one of the leading countries in the world because of its investment in science and technology.
This is the view of Prof. Choon Fong Shih, President of King Abdullah University for Science and Technology (Kaust). He was speaking during the second session of the final day of the Jeddah Economic Forum Tuesday.
Shih said Kaust has brought in a number of experts from various fields such as science, engineering, and economics to exchange their experience and knowledge with Saudis.
He also spoke about sustainable prosperity through science and technology and specifically the role of Kaust in advancing science and technology through education and research. The mission of Kaust also involves catalyzing diversification of the Saudi economy through innovation and enterprise as well as connecting people and improving lives through science and technology.
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Author: Noura Al-Mazmomiand Abdulrahman Al-Shamrani
