du platinum sponsor of 11th Conference of the Ministers of Education & Scientific Research for the Arab World

The conference organized by Zayed University will be held during the period 5-6 November 2007, under the patronage and presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister, Ruler of Dubai.

This sponsorship comes in line with du's commitment towards the development of higher education within the Arab world and understanding the significant role of scientific research in presenting UAE and Arab intellectuals to a global market.

Commenting on the occasion, Osman Sultan, CEO of du, said,

'Education is an imperative aspect for the development of any community. We at du are honored to be part of such a conference as we believe that education is the platform for technological advancement, maintaining and preserving our Arab heritage and above all supporting a generation of UAE intellectuals to compete globally. Such a sponsorship is only a continuation of our commitment and corporate responsibility towards supporting the intellectual Emirati community and UAE Youth.'

The conference will tackle crucial issues on the challenges of the Arab world's higher education system and the integral roles of both the government and private sector in developing the Arabic higher education. Their Excellencies the ministers along with academics, education experts and international organizations will discuss the controversies behind retaining the Arabic identity and heritage in a globalization era and the current status of the Arabic Language within the knowledge Society.

du's sponsorship of the 11th Higher Education Conference goes in line with a set of other education related community sponsorships such as 'Education Without Borders 2007' which brought together over 1,000 high-achieving students and professionals from over 100 countries to create networks and innovations that positively impact communities and individuals around the globe. du was also the proud sponsor of 'UAE New Generation Leaders Conference' organized by the students of Zayed University.