The 56th session of the Arab Permanent Committee on Human Rights kicks off, chaired by Kuwait.- KUNA photos
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Minister underlines the need for AI integration in higher education
Summit discusses ‘Era of Innovation: Benefits, Challenges and Functions’
KUWAIT: Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr Nader Al-Jallal affirmed the ministry’s commitment to advancing Kuwait’s educational system through the integration of modern technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in alignment with the country’s national development vision. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Abdullah Al-Salem University (ASU) Educational Summit on Wednesday, Dr Al-Jallal highlighted the importance of aligning education with global innovation trends to elevate Kuwait’s standing among developed nations.
The two-day summit, titled “Higher Education in the Era of Innovation: Benefits, Challenges and Functions,” is being held at the late Sheikh Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Theater on the university’s Shuwaikh campus. The Minister emphasized that under the leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Kuwait views education as the cornerstone of human development and innovation as a key enabler of progress.
He stressed the need for higher education institutions to evolve into smart and agile environments built upon modern technology, adaptive curricula, and robust partnerships with both public and private sectors. “We must align our educational outcomes with national aspirations,” he said, pointing to the role of academia in supporting the knowledge economy.
Dr Al-Jallal noted that the summit aims to address a range of critical issues in the digital era, including governance in higher education, cybersecurity, data privacy, and mechanisms for funding scientific research, in addition to nurturing national talent. In her address, Dr Moudi Al-Hamoud, Chairperson of ASU’s Founding Board of Directors, stated that the summit comes at a pivotal moment for higher education, as it undergoes a strategic shift away from traditional methods toward models centered on innovation and technology.
She explained that incorporating AI, augmented reality, and data analytics in higher education paves the way for more interactive and flexible learning ecosystems that meet learners’ evolving needs and respond to labor market demands. “Future jobs require an in-depth understanding of advanced skills and emerging professions,” she said, calling for continuous updates to curricula that emphasize creativity, entrepreneurship and problem-solving.
Dr Al-Hamoud also announced the launch of a national initiative — the establishment of the Artificial Intelligence Council in Kuwait — as part of the government’s development program. She described the move as a major step in positioning Kuwait as a regional hub for smart education and cutting-edge technologies. Dr Fawaz Al-Enezi, Vice President of ASU for Planning, Institutional Excellence, and Innovation, introduced the AI Council, calling it a strategic national platform aimed at digital empowerment and AI-guided policymaking. He said the council will serve education, the economy, and human development through advanced regulatory and ethical frameworks supporting research and development.
The council comprises five key units — policies, ethics, academic empowerment, data, and alliances — each structured to ensure synergy between academic institutions and the public and private sectors. Dr Al-Enezi underscored that the initiative follows months of analysis and institutional dialogue. “This is not a theoretical blueprint, but a practical implementation model open to continuous development,” he said, urging academics and stakeholders to contribute through the council’s digital portal. The summit also features a student exhibition focused on innovation and technology, showcasing 35 projects from students representing public and private higher education institutions across the country in a dynamic and competitive academic setting. — KUNA
KUWAIT: Minister of Commerce and Industry, and Chairman of the Public Authority for Industry (PAI) Khalifa Al-Ajeel said on Monday that protecting the commercial and industrial system is a “national responsibility that requires concerted efforts.”
Minister Al-Ajeel emphasized in a statement to KUNA following an extensive inspection campaign in the south Amghara scrap yard, to “firmly deal with all violations and encroachments in accordance with legal frameworks where no one is above the law.”
Al-Ajeel confirmed the continuation of inspection campaigns as well until the desired goals are reached, foremost being is restoring order and discipline to the area and removing all violations and encroachments.
He affirmed the ministry and the PAI’s commitment to cooperating with relevant authorities to continue these campaigns to ensure a safe and organized industrial and commercial environment.
The campaign resulted in the seizure of several violations and closure of several non-compliant units in preparation for taking necessary legal action against their exploiters.
Participating in the campaign was General Fire Force (KFF) Chief Major General Talal Al-Roumi, along with several executive leaders from the PAI. — KUNA
CAIRO: The 56th regular session of the Arab Permanent Committee for Human Rights commenced on Monday with the participation of Kuwait and representatives from Arab states concerned with human rights affairs. In his opening address, Ahmed Maghari, supervisor of the Human Rights Department at the League of Arab States, underscored the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, calling it a stark indicator of the region’s human rights reality. “We cannot speak of the state of human rights without acknowledging the catastrophic conditions faced by our brothers in Gaza, where securing the most basic necessities has become a matter of survival,” he said. Maghari described the ongoing Zionist aggression in Gaza as a profound moral and humanitarian challenge, noting that the Palestinian people continue to endure daily suffering under constant bombardment, displacement and destruction. He lamented the international community’s continued inaction in the face of clear violations of international law and human rights norms. “The occupying power persists in defying international legitimacy and the decisions of the General Assembly, the Security Council, and the International Court of Justice,” he said.
Held at a time of mounting regional tensions, the session comes amid escalating challenges that directly affect fundamental human rights. Maghari highlighted the Committee’s historic role since its establishment in 1968 in developing the Arab human rights framework both legally and practically, while also fostering cooperation with regional and international partners. He expressed hope that the session would yield effective recommendations to help confront the pressing challenges in the region. He pointed to the rise of conflicts and violence globally, along with the resulting serious human rights violations, as major concerns.
Emerging issues such as the intersection of human rights with climate change, artificial intelligence, and the spread of alien ideologies that undermine human dignity were also noted. “In light of these challenges, we must reinforce our solidarity and collective action to enhance peace, stability, and the security of our societies,” Maghari added. The two-day session, chaired by Ambassador Talal Al-Mutairi, Chairman of the Arab Permanent Committee for Human Rights, will review the General Secretariat’s report on the implementation of previous recommendations up to the 55th session.
Discussions will also focus on Zionist violations in occupied Arab territories, the plight of Arab prisoners and detainees in Zionist prisons, and the issue of the bodies of Palestinian and Arab martyrs held in so-called “numbered cemeteries.” Other agenda items include the Arab Charter on Human Rights and preparations for Arab Human Rights Day, which will be observed on March 16, 2026. Kuwait is represented at the meeting by a delegation led by Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights Affairs Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Ibrahim Al-Duaij Al-Sabah.— KUNA
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