Al-Jalal: Monitoring Kuwaiti students abroad and ensuring their academic progress is a priority
Nader Al-Jalal emphasized the priority of monitoring Kuwaiti students abroad during a visit to the Arab Gulf University.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
- Emphasized the need to leverage advanced educational experiences to enhance the quality of higher education.
- Stressed the importance of preparing qualified professionals in disciplines that align with the needs of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
- Al-Fahad affirmed the depth of academic ties with Kuwait, praising its role in supporting the university’s progress.
Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr. Nader Al-Jalal affirmed that “monitoring our students abroad and ensuring their academic progress is a priority, and their success represents an investment in Kuwait’s future.” He made these remarks during a visit to the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) in the Kingdom of Bahrain, where he was received by its president, Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahad.
The visit took place on the sidelines of the 26th meeting of the GCC Ministers of Higher Education and Scientific Research, held in Manama yesterday. During the visit, Dr. Al-Jalal met with several Kuwaiti students, listened to their observations, needs, and academic experiences, and toured various university facilities, including simulation centers. He reviewed the educational and training resources and equipment available, which contribute to supporting academic processes and developing students’ practical skills. He stressed the importance of benefiting from advanced educational experiences to enhance the quality of higher education and support the development of Gulf human capital.
Dr. Al-Jalal praised the role played by GUST as a Gulf academic institution that embodies the concept of cooperation and integration among GCC countries in the field of higher education. He highlighted the importance of continuing to develop academic programs and specialized disciplines to keep pace with the needs of GCC countries, development requirements, and labor market demands.
For his part, Dr. Saad bin Saud Al-Fahad, President of GUST, appreciated Dr. Al-Jalal’s visit, emphasizing the deep academic relations and joint cooperation with Kuwait, and praising Kuwait’s role in supporting the university’s progress since its establishment, as well as the excellence of Kuwaiti students and graduates in various specialized disciplines.
Dr. Al-Fahad presented an overview of the university’s journey and its contributions to preparing Gulf professionals in specialized fields, outlining its academic programs and their development in education and scientific research. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to continuously enhancing its programs to meet the needs of GCC countries and support Gulf development efforts.
