The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) have issued the Arabic edition of ‘Le Livre blanc de la Francophonie scientifique’ (the White Book on Scientific Francophonie), under the supervision of the Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW).

The publication presents a global consultative study conducted by AUF, with contributions from more than 15,000 students, professors, university presidents, and officials from international organizations and institutions across 75 French-speaking countries. Participants examined future challenges facing higher education, scientific research, and vocational training in French-speaking countries.

The study’s outcomes include recommendations and insights on factors shaping academic and professional success, the role of the French language in teaching and professional integration, mechanisms for expanding employment opportunities for university graduates, digital challenges facing scientific research, and prospects for international cooperation between universities, including governance approaches.

This initiative aligns with ICESCO’s vision to strengthen the contribution of universities in the Islamic world to scientific research and innovation by promoting the exchange of expertise, capitalizing on successful experiences, and leveraging recommendations from scientific studies.