Minister of Education Discusses Cooperation with UNESCO on Education Development

Education Minister Jalal Al-Tabatabaee held talks with Kuwait’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Dr. Ali Al-Mutawa, on ways to enhance cooperation and coordination with the organization to support the development of Kuwait’s education system. In a statement on Saturday, the Ministry of Education said the meeting, held on the sidelines of Minister Al-Tabatabaee’s participation in the “Transforming Education Summit +4” at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, aligns with the ministry’s commitment to leveraging international expertise and best practices, in line with the State of Kuwait’s strategy to elevate the education sector. It added that the two sides reviewed a number of educational and cultural issues and discussed mechanisms to strengthen cooperation with UNESCO and expand Kuwait’s presence in the educational and cultural initiatives organized by the organization. The ministry clarified that the minister was briefed during the meeting on the procedures for managing Kuwait’s files at UNESCO and the role played by the Permanent Mission in representing the country, safeguarding its national interests, and enhancing opportunities for international cooperation. Both sides emphasized the importance of continuing close coordination between the Ministry of Education and UNESCO and strengthening their partnership, thereby contributing to achieving Kuwait’s objectives in developing the education sector. Members of the official delegation accompanying the minister attended the meeting, which was held at UNESCO headquarters in the French capital, Paris. (KUNA)