THE Arab Universities Summit 2026

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The THE Arab Universities Summit 2026 will bring together thought leaders, decision-makers and experts from higher education, government and industry to explore how the region can work collectively to advance higher education excellence.Join us in Ben Guerir for dynamic discussions addressing global challenges through modernised teaching and learning, enhanced institutional reputation and the development of innovative, high-impact solutions.The event will explore four key themes: Addressing global challenges with impactUniversities play a critical role in responding to the world's most pressing challenges. This theme explores how institutions can move beyond theory to deliver meaningful, measurable impact through research, collaboration and leadership.Reputation and performanceIn an increasingly competitive global landscape, reputation and performance are deeply interconnected. This theme examines how institutions can build credibility, visibility and long-term value.Changemaking and innovationAs higher education undergoes rapid transformation, institutions must embrace innovation not just as a goal, but as a mindset. This theme focuses on driving meaningful, systemic change.Learning, success and outcomesAt the heart of higher education lies the student experience and the outcomes it delivers. This theme explores how institutions can ensure relevance, quality and long-term success for learners.The explorative agenda will include workshops, panel discussions and keynotes, including: - Changemaking workshop: Building resilient infrastructure to support the development of fourth-generation universities- Addressing reputation and performance to build long term brand impact and value- How can Arab universities support regional global leadership in AI?- Advancing action-oriented, ground-breaking research to tackle global challenges- Preventing brain drain and developing future-ready skills for a global workforceThe summit will feature a gala dinner announcing the THE Awards Arab World 2026 winners. The awards celebrate the very best stories in higher education and are an exciting opportunity to showcase the inspirational work taking place at institutions in the region.Join us in Ben Guerir, Morocco from 3–5 November 2026. Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3753384-2?pid=5569Date and Time: On Tuesday November 03, 2026 at 8:30 am to Thursday November 05, 2026 at 8:30 pmVenue details: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Lot 660, Ben Guerir, 43150, MoroccoPrices:Summit + Awards I Early Bird: GBP 499.00,Summit + Awards I Standard: GBP 599.00,Summit + Awards I Early Bird I Corporate: GBP 1799.00,Summit + Awards I Standard I Corporate: GBP 2299.00,Summit I Early bird: GBP 399.00Speakers: Khaled Assaleh Vice-Chancellor of Academic Affairs Ajman University, Rajaâ Cherkaoui El Moursli Professor of Nuclear Physics Mohammed V University of Rabat, Rana Dajani Professor of Molecular Cell Biology Hashemite University, Salem Al Naemi President University of Doha for Science and Technology, Khalid Al-Begain President Kuwait College of Science and Technology, Ahmed Al-Harrasi Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Studies, Research and External Relations University of Nizwa, Salah Al-Majeed Dean of Graduate Studies, Research, Engineering and Applied Sciences American University of Iraq – Baghdad, Ghassan Aouad Chancellor Abu Dhabi University, Lotfi Belkhir Chief Academic Officer Barzan University College, Mohamed El-Shinawi President Galala University, Essam Elkordi President Alamein International University, Nadim Farajalla Chief Sustainability Officer Lebanese American University, Sherine Farouk Assistant Chancellor for Global Partnerships and Impact Abu Dhabi University, Farida Fassi Professor of Physics Mohammed V University of Rabat, Ahmad Hamdan Vice-President of Academic Affairs Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Said Hamdioui Head, Computer Engineering Laboratory Delft University of Technology, Manal Jalloul Founder and Chief Executive Officer AI Lab, Haifa Jamal Al-Lail President Effat University, Nazih Khaddaj Mallat Vice-President of Accreditation and Quality Assurance Al Ain University, Tod Laursen Chancellor American University of Sharjah, Hasan Majdi President Al-Mustaqbal University, Rima Mattar Provost and Associate Professor Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Solveig Nicklos Founder and Managing Director X.0 Consulting, Tadhg O'Donovan Chief Scientist Heriot-Watt University Dubai, Rehan Sadiq Provost and Professor of Civil Engineering Nazarbayev University, Salem Seifeddine Associate Vice-President University of Doha for Science and Technology, Seteney Shami Director General Arab Council for the Social Sciences, Mohamad Jamil Terro President International University of Science and Technology in Kuwait