7 recommendations at the conclusion of the Asian Conference on Talent and Creativity in Jeddah
The city of Jeddah concluded the activities of the 19th Asian Conference on Talent and Creativity 2026 , which was held under the generous patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Education, Professor Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Bunyan, bringing to a close a global scientific event that lasted for five days, and which came out with seven essential recommendations aimed at bringing about a qualitative shift in the policies of educating the gifted at the local and international levels.
A strategic vision to enhance human capital
Saudi Arabia's hosting of this major international event comes within the context of its growing focus on human capital development, a key pillar of Vision 2030, which prioritizes investment in minds and talent. In their concluding statement, participants affirmed that the seven recommendations represent a roadmap for developing flexible national policies based on the latest research evidence and global best practices. They emphasized that integrating digital transformation and artificial intelligence into education is no longer an option but an urgent necessity to empower highly skilled students to lead the future.
Capacity building and sustainable international partnerships
The recommendations focused heavily on the practical aspects, with the conference calling for the development of teachers' professional capacities according to the latest international standards and the expansion of global partnerships to leverage the innovations of talented individuals in national development initiatives. Dr. Abdullah bin Sadiq Dahlan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the University of Business and Technology and Chairman of the Higher Supervisory Committee of the conference, noted that the conference's outcomes reflect a progressive awareness of the importance of talent as a pillar of the knowledge economy. He emphasized that the in-depth discussions held during the sessions reinforce the Kingdom's position as a regional and global hub for developing advanced education policies.
Scientific activity and specialized discussions
The conference days were marked by significant scientific activity, with the program including field visits to schools to observe practical models for nurturing gifted students, thus bridging the gap between theory and practice. Specialized seminars were also held, addressing intricate issues such as "Creative Thinking Tests and the Environment," and "Double Exception and Greene's Theory," which highlighted the challenges of educating gifted students with special needs. Additionally, a seminar was held on the role of Saudi universities in fostering talent.
The future of talent: new initiatives and promising prospects
In a forward-looking move, the closing day saw the launch of a package of new initiatives by the Asian Council for Talent and Creativity, including research mentorship programs and special interest groups, aimed at fostering sustainable international collaboration. The program concluded with a keynote lecture on the concept of "megatobes" and frameworks for identifying talent at the national level.
The success of this conference is not measured solely by the quality of attendance or organization, but by the expected impact of these recommendations in developing educational systems capable of discovering and nurturing innovators, thus contributing to achieving sustainable development and creating a positive impact locally and globally.
