The UAE will chair the Second Islamic Summit on Science and Technology of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to be held virtually on Wednesday under the theme "Science, Technology, and Innovation: Opening New Horizons." This summit aims to review the implementation of the OIC's 2026 Science, Technology, and Innovation Program. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, will lead the UAE delegation, while Minister of State for Advanced Technology, Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, will manage the summit sessions.
In a statement on this occasion, Sheikh Abdullah emphasized the UAE's commitment to enhancing and developing collaboration with OIC member states in all fields, especially science and technology. He thanked the Republic of Kazakhstan for hosting the first summit on science and technology and for its efforts in recent years.
He expressed pride in the UAE's hosting of the second Islamic Summit on Science and Technology, highlighting the importance of building on previous achievements to strengthen the capabilities of Islamic countries in future projects worldwide, particularly in areas that promote development and prosperity in Islamic nations.
Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s steadfast support for the OIC and its dedication to cooperating with fellow member states, based on the principles of the Islamic faith and the humanitarian values cherished by the UAE. He praised the role of the OIC in fostering relationships and enhancing cooperation among member states.
The first Islamic Summit on Science and Technology saw participating countries commit to alleviating poverty, increasing education budgets, and unifying efforts to achieve the United Nations' sustainable development goals. The summit's outcome documents proposed mechanisms to build capacity in water, food, agriculture, energy, and both basic and applied sciences, as well as multinational large-scale projects.
The objective of the second summit is to review the implementation of the OIC's Science, Technology, and Innovation Program for 2026 and to reaffirm the organization's commitment to taking all necessary measures to create and activate an environment conducive to progress in science, technology, and innovation among member states. The current summit will feature a busy agenda, with member countries relying on participation to generate the best ideas, solutions, plans, policies, and innovations that will help the organization’s countries overcome challenges and pursue a development path that benefits all.
