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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Dubai's ambitious education reforms: New student visas, scholarships, jobs for 90% of graduates; vision 2033
The recent Executive Council meeting in Dubai, approved reforms on student visas, scholarships, graduate jobs, air quality, construction governance, and international mediation under Vision 2033/ Image: DXB media office In a pivotal meeting of the Executive Council of Dubai, chaired by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, a comprehensive set of new policies was approved to reshape the emirate's education, environment, legal framework, and infrastructure governance. Aimed at achieving Dubai's strategic goals for 2030 and 2033, the initiatives include expanded student visas, employment pathways for 90% of graduates, clean air targets, and the launch of an international mediation centre, marking a bold step in Dubai's long-term vision for innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness. Bold New Vision for Education and Youth Empowerment Dubai has introduced a sweeping set of policies that mark a transformative shift in the emirate's education and development landscape. These initiatives, approved by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, aim to: Attract global talent through enhanced student visa systems Provide international scholarships Guarantee that 90% of students secure suitable employment after graduation 'Youth are the architects of the future, shaping it with their awareness, optimism, and openness to the world,' said Sheikh Hamdan. 'Dubai continues to empower young people with knowledge and skills, providing them with world-class academic, practical, and research opportunities. Our goal is to make Dubai a destination for outstanding students from around the world and an incubator for innovation.' By 2033, the emirate intends for international students to make up 50% of its total university enrolment. Today, Dubai is home to 37 international university branches, and it plans to host over 70 higher education institutions, including 11 universities ranked in the global top 200, by that target year. Notable universities already operating in Dubai include: Curtin University Dubai and University of Wollongong in Dubai, both in the QS World University Rankings 2026 Top 200 University of Birmingham Dubai, ranked among the top 100 international universities University of Manchester Dubai, placed in the global top 50 Led by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the higher education enhancement strategy is expected to contribute Dh5.6 billion to Dubai's GDP. To realize this, authorities are rolling out: Upgraded student and graduate visa systems New work visas for graduates Enhanced international scholarship programmes Targeted efforts to attract prestigious universities Development of university clusters Strengthened regulatory frameworks Launch of a Higher Education Investment Fund Formation of the Dubai Scientific Research Network Employment-Driven Academic Reforms A major highlight of the reforms is the Academic and Career Guidance Policy, which aims to streamline the transition from education to employment. This new policy, also led by KHDA, targets the following milestones: 90% of Emirati graduates employed within six months of graduation 80% of educational institutions to provide effective career guidance services 70% of students to secure admission or jobs aligned with their top three choices The policy is central to achieving the goals of the broader Education Strategy 2033, and it encompasses: Clear career guidance guidelines for schools and universities Parental and student engagement initiatives Integrated career information platforms Entrepreneurship programmes and life skills camps Strategic partnerships with local and international accredited universities and training institutes Environmental Goals and Public Health Initiatives Parallel to the educational and economic strategies, Dubai has launched the Air Quality Strategy 2030, an ambitious plan to improve air quality and safeguard public health. The strategy aims for Dubai to meet clean air standards on 90% of days by 2030, by: Cutting PM2.5 concentrations to 35 micrograms per cubic metre Reducing other pollutants like carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and ground-level ozone This initiative is led by the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority, with support from a wide array of agencies, including: Dubai Municipality Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) Dubai Airports Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation DP World Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology Emirates Global Aluminium Legal and Infrastructure Reforms to Support Growth Dubai International Mediation Centre Project This new project reinforces the emirate's role in international legal affairs, providing cost-effective, efficient, and globally recognised dispute resolution services. Co-developed by the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department and ADR Centre, a prominent European mediation institution, the centre is expected to: Enhance investor confidence Attract foreign direct investment Create jobs in mediation and arbitration Boost Dubai's standing in global competitiveness indices, especially in alternative dispute resolution Governance Policy for Government Construction Projects Also approved during the Executive Council meeting was a new governance framework for construction projects, led by the Dubai Department of Finance. It will: Introduce a three-tiered categorisation for projects: Below Dh200 million Dh200–500 million Above Dh500 million Standardise and streamline planning and approvals Improve fiscal efficiency and transparency Support the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 goal of growing government spending from Dh512 billion (past decade) to Dh700 billion (next decade) Establish a five-year project portfolio to prioritise impactful developments
Hi Dubai
28-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
MBRHE Partners with Beyond Limits to Drive AI Innovation in Housing Services
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with global AI leader Beyond Limits to develop innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance the efficiency of housing services and support Dubai's digital transformation goals. Under the agreement, both parties will collaborate on developing smart housing technologies, exchanging expertise, and launching pilot projects aimed at raising institutional efficiency. The partnership is designed to help MBRHE adopt global best practices in using AI to deliver high-quality, sustainable housing services to Dubai's citizens. Thilal Al Falasi, Assistant CEO of the Corporate Support Sector at MBRHE, emphasized the establishment's commitment to innovation and sustainability, stating that leveraging AI is key to enhancing the quality of life and supporting Dubai's vision for smart, proactive cities. Hazem Khayat, Regional Director for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Beyond Limits, highlighted the potential of the collaboration, noting that the integration of advanced AI technologies will significantly boost the capabilities of government housing services. The initiative aligns with Dubai's Vision 2033 and MBRHE's strategic plan to create pioneering housing solutions that meet the emirate's long-term goals for digital transformation, sustainability, and community well-being. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Mid East Info
25-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment Enhances Digital Transformation through Strategic Partnership with Beyond Limits AI
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) has announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beyond Limits, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), aimed at developing innovative and sustainable solutions to enhance the efficiency of housing services and support Dubai's vision towards digital transformation and advanced AI integration. The MOU took place at AREA 2071, Emirates Towers, as part of the inaugural Dubai AI Week, organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence The partnership reflects MBRHE's commitment to implementing the directives of the wise leadership and the aspirations of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, who has emphasized that AI is now the foundational pillar in designing Dubai's future initiatives and services, and those who do not embrace AI today risks falling behind the rest of the world. The MoU aims to foster cooperation between both parties in the fields of artificial intelligence and innovation by developing joint smart housing technology solutions, exchanging expertise and building capabilities to support digital transformation, as well as implementing pilot projects that contribute to raising institutional efficiency and adopting global best practices in utilizing AI to provide high-quality, sustainable housing services to citizens. Mr. Thilal Al Falasi, Assistant CEO of the Corporate Support Sector at MBRHE, stated: 'We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability across all our projects, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance institutional efficiency and quality of life in Dubai. This partnership is in line with Dubai's vision to build smart cities that learn and serve the community proactively and effectively.' Hazem Khayat, Regional Director for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Beyond Limits, commented: 'We are delighted to collaborate with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment in the field of artificial intelligence. We believe this partnership will mark a quantum leap in government housing services through advanced, self-operating AI solutions, built upon our global expertise and technologies originally developed for the US space program.' Through this initiative, MBRHE seeks to advance its strategic plan to provide pioneering and sustainable housing services, achieve sustainability and digital transformation objectives in line with Dubai's Vision 2033, and support the nation's ambitions to build a more prosperous and innovative future.
Zawya
25-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment enhances digital transformation through strategic partnership with Beyond Limits AI
Dubai – The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) has announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beyond Limits, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), aimed at developing innovative and sustainable solutions to enhance the efficiency of housing services and support Dubai's vision towards digital transformation and advanced AI integration. The MOU took place at AREA 2071, Emirates Towers, as part of the inaugural Dubai AI Week, organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence The partnership reflects MBRHE's commitment to implementing the directives of the wise leadership and the aspirations of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, who has emphasized that AI is now the foundational pillar in designing Dubai's future initiatives and services, and those who do not embrace AI today risks falling behind the rest of the world. The MoU aims to foster cooperation between both parties in the fields of artificial intelligence and innovation by developing joint smart housing technology solutions, exchanging expertise and building capabilities to support digital transformation, as well as implementing pilot projects that contribute to raising institutional efficiency and adopting global best practices in utilizing AI to provide high-quality, sustainable housing services to citizens. Mr. Thilal Al Falasi, Assistant CEO of the Corporate Support Sector at MBRHE, stated: "We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability across all our projects, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance institutional efficiency and quality of life in Dubai. This partnership is in line with Dubai's vision to build smart cities that learn and serve the community proactively and effectively." Hazem Khayat, Regional Director for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Beyond Limits, commented: "We are delighted to collaborate with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment in the field of artificial intelligence. We believe this partnership will mark a quantum leap in government housing services through advanced, self-operating AI solutions, built upon our global expertise and technologies originally developed for the US space program." Through this initiative, MBRHE seeks to advance its strategic plan to provide pioneering and sustainable housing services, achieve sustainability and digital transformation objectives in line with Dubai's Vision 2033, and support the nation's ambitions to build a more prosperous and innovative future. The Establishment invites all interested parties to learn more about its initiatives and services by visiting MBRHE official website:
Tahawul Tech
25-04-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
MBRHE and Beyond Limits AI MoU to enhance digital transformation
Dubai — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) has announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beyond Limits, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), aimed at developing innovative and sustainable solutions to enhance the efficiency of housing services and support Dubai's vision towards digital transformation and advanced AI integration. The MOU took place at AREA 2071, Emirates Towers, as part of the inaugural Dubai AI Week, organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence. Thilal Al Falasi, Assistant CEO of the Corporate Support Sector at MBRHE, said, 'We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability across all our projects, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance institutional efficiency and quality of life in Dubai. This partnership is in line with Dubai's vision to build smart cities that learn and serve the community proactively and effectively.' The partnership reflects MBRHE's commitment to implementing the directives of the wise leadership and the aspirations of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, who has emphasized that AI is now the foundational pillar in designing Dubai's future initiatives and services, and those who do not embrace AI today risks falling behind the rest of the world. The MoU aims to foster cooperation between both parties in the fields of artificial intelligence and innovation by developing joint smart housing technology solutions, exchanging expertise and building capabilities to support digital transformation, as well as implementing pilot projects that contribute to raising institutional efficiency and adopting global best practices in utilizing AI to provide high-quality, sustainable housing services to citizens. Hazem Khayat, Regional Director for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Beyond Limits, commented: 'We are delighted to collaborate with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment in the field of artificial intelligence. We believe this partnership will mark a quantum leap in government housing services through advanced, self-operating AI solutions, built upon our global expertise and technologies originally developed for the US space program.' Through this initiative, MBRHE seeks to advance its strategic plan to provide pioneering and sustainable housing services, achieve sustainability and digital transformation objectives in line with Dubai's Vision 2033, and support the nation's ambitions to build a more prosperous and innovative future.
