The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) is taking part in the third edition of the Oman Science Festival themed: “Together We Live the Passion of Science,” which kicked off on October 10, 2022, in Muscat. The event, aimed at raising awareness of the importance of integrating students into the fields of technology, science and innovation, is organized by the Ministry of Education in the Sultanate of Oman and saw the presence of a host of education and science ministers, officials and experts from specialized international organizations and universities.

Dr. Salim Al Habsi, Programme Director at the General Secretariat of National Commissions and Conferences, and Dr. Foued El Ayni and Dr. Adel Smeda, Experts in ICESCO’s Science and Technology Sector, represent the Organization at the six-day festival. Dr. Smeda will present a scientific paper on “Cybersecurity: Insights, Resources, and Best Practices,” while Dr. El Ayni will present a scientific paper on green transformation and climate action.

The ICESCO delegation reviews the Organization’s efforts contributing to the development of science and innovation, enhancement of young people’s role in modern technology and their engagement in environmental protection in order to achieve sustainable development in the Islamic world, as well as the key relevant programmes and projects that ICESCO is implementing in cooperation with the competent authorities in its Member States.