Oct 09, 2025

KFUPM at THE World Academic Summit 2025

KFUPM is participating in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Academic Summit 2025, held for the first time in the Middle East at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Thuwal, Jeddah Governorate, from October 7 to 9, 2025.

The summit gathers global university leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore how higher education can serve as a driving force for progress and positive change. This year’s agenda highlights universities as champions of sustainable development, agents of regional collaboration, catalysts of cultural preservation, and drivers of innovation and economic growth.

KFUPM’s participation reflects its commitment to strengthening international collaboration and sharing its experience as the top-ranked university in the Middle East and North Africa according to the THE rankings. The university is engaging with global partners and higher education leaders through its dedicated booth, which showcases KFUPM’s academic programs, research achievements, and initiatives that contribute to national and international development.

Through its active engagement at the summit, KFUPM aims to enhance institutional visibility, expand strategic networks, and contribute to the global dialogue on the future of higher education. Its presence reinforces the university’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and impact—values that continue to define KFUPM’s leadership in education and research.