Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences Emphasizes Commitment to Strengthening Scientific and Educational Cooperation with Oman

The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) reaffirmed on Wednesday its commitment to strengthening cooperation with scientific and educational institutions in the Sultanate of Oman, praising its participation in the fifth edition of the “Oman Science Festival 2026,” which concluded its activities in Muscat after ten days of scientific and interactive events.

In a statement to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), KFAS said its participation, alongside its affiliated centers, at the festival organized by the Omani Ministry of Education aimed to highlight its role in supporting science and technology, disseminating scientific culture, and fostering creativity and innovation among youth.

The foundation added that its participation embodies the deep fraternal relations between the two sister countries and reflects its dedication to engaging in Arab and international scientific forums, in line with its mission to spread knowledge, bring science closer to society, support scientific research, and nurture talent.

KFAS noted that its participation coincides with the celebration of its 50th anniversary since its establishment, underscoring its journey and status as one of the leading institutions supporting science, technology, and innovation in the Arab world.

Regarding the “Oman Science Festival,” KFAS clarified that its pavilion featured booths for the Science Center, the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Talent and Creativity, and Al-Taqaddum Al-Ilmi for Publishing and Distribution, offering scientific activities, interactive workshops, awareness lectures, and Arabic-language scientific publications suitable for various age groups.

The foundation expressed its gratitude and appreciation to the Omani Ministry of Education for the invitation, hospitality, and organization, reaffirming its eagerness to continue cooperation through joint initiatives that contribute to serving youth and enhancing the exchange of knowledge and expertise.

On her part, Ahd Al-Asousi, head of the “Al-Taqaddum Al-Ilmi” booth at KFAS’s Strategic Partnerships Department, told KUNA that the foundation’s pavilions and centers received hundreds of visitors, including students, researchers, and parents, throughout the ten-day festival.

She noted that KFAS presented a workshop titled “Astrophotography: A Scientific Tool for Understanding the Universe,” delivered by space sciences researcher and astrophotographer Abdullah Al-Harbi through the Kuwait National Space Research Center, alongside a lecture on the “Kuwait Prize” presented by Ali Al-Yousef from the foundation’s Prizes Department.

The fifth edition of the “Oman Science Festival” kicked off on November 2 with local and international participation, aiming to enhance scientific culture, raise awareness of science, technology, and innovation, and provide an interactive environment that encourages exploration and experimentation.