The Prime Minister emphasizes the importance of connecting Yemeni expatriates with their homeland to contribute to development.

Prime Minister Dr. Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak highlighted the significance of linking Yemeni expatriates to their homeland. He described these individuals as valuable assets that require attention and empowerment to contribute to the country’s reconstruction and development. During a recent dialogue seminar organized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Aden, he urged the ministry to prioritize this issue to foster communication and integration with these exceptional talents, recognizing them as Yemen’s true wealth.

A Promising Start for the First Scientific Student Conference

The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in a seminar titled “Importance and Dimensions,” part of the preparatory events for the First Scientific Student Conference scheduled for April 21-22. He conveyed greetings from President Dr. Rashad Alimi and other council members, expressing their hopes for the seminar to yield recommendations that would ensure the success of the upcoming conference. He expressed his enthusiasm for the seminar, viewing it as a promising launch for the conference, which brings together distinguished academics, researchers, and participants interested in higher education and scientific research.

Acknowledging Initiatives for Graduate Programs

Dr. Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak thanked the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for this innovative initiative, which represents a serious step toward enhancing graduate programs and developing scholarship pathways. He emphasized the importance of the topics discussed during the seminar, particularly the need to strengthen partnerships between higher education institutions and the private sector. This collaboration reflects a growing awareness of the importance of scientific research and the vital role of graduate studies in addressing challenges faced by the sector.

Promoting Academic Excellence and Research Publication

The Prime Minister underscored the necessity of enhancing the relationship between graduate programs and scientific publication. He noted that this aspect plays a crucial role in establishing academic excellence and elevating the status of Yemeni researchers on regional and international levels. He pointed out the numerous issues on the seminar’s agenda, presented by distinguished academics, and expressed hope that their contributions would extend beyond research and diagnosis to actively address the challenges posed by the Houthi militia and corrupt interests.

Collaborative Efforts for Real Solutions

Dr. Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak stressed the importance of collaborating with the academic community and researchers to develop effective mechanisms for implementing ideas that can overcome existing challenges. He called for genuine and scientific proposals to address vital issues, including electricity. He affirmed that the country is undergoing a significant transformation, and maintaining universities as centers of knowledge and awareness is essential for correcting societal practices.

Encouraging Transparency and Accountability

The Prime Minister expressed his hope that academic minds and researchers would support the government’s efforts to promote transparency and accountability. He emphasized that this responsibility is a collective societal duty to create an informed public opinion against corruption. He reiterated the urgency of uniting efforts to confront the Houthi militia, which poses a sectarian and racist threat to all.

A Foundation for Future Success

In closing, he thanked the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for organizing this seminar, which serves as a promising foundation for the First Scientific Student Conference. This event will bring together students from both inside and outside Yemen to celebrate their achievements and share their experiences. He wished the researchers and participants continued success and excellence.

Minister Highlights Conference Goals and Challenges

Minister of Higher Education and Technical Education Dr. Khaled Al-Wasabi confirmed that the seminar aims to highlight the objectives and importance of the conference, which will feature a wide participation of elite researchers and academics from within Yemen and abroad. He noted that the judging committee received over 150 scientific papers, of which 58 were approved for presentation during the conference across various scientific themes.

Addressing Research Challenges in Yemen

Al-Wasabi pointed out the challenges facing scientific research in Yemen amid current circumstances, emphasizing the need to create an encouraging environment for continuous creativity and innovation across various fields. He mentioned that the ministry announced the results of the national university ranking in March, which included scientific research as a key evaluation criterion, accounting for 40% of the total score. He stressed the importance of enhancing partnerships between higher education institutions and the private sector, advocating for a joint strategy to fund and support scientific research aimed at addressing economic and social issues.

Engaging Discussions and Presentations

The seminar featured several presentations, including “Ideas and Vision for the First Scientific Student Conference” by Dr. Abdullah Al-Dheefani, “Requirements of Businessmen from Scientific Research and Graduate Studies” by Engineer Ashraf Mohammed, and “The Role of Scientific Research in Guiding Graduate Programs” by Dr. Huda Basalim and Dr. Salim Bamsoud. Additionally, discussions on “The Role of Migrant Competencies in Serving Development” were conducted via Zoom, along with a presentation on “The Role of Scientific Publication in Enhancing Academic and Research Excellence” by Dr. Jamal Al-Ramsi, among other contributions.

Notable Attendees

The seminar attracted notable attendees, including Prime Minister Advisor Ambassador Mujib Othman and several heads of public and private universities.

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