RIYADH ( WNAM MONITORING): Jubail in Saudi Arabia, a member of UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities, will host the sixth International Conference on Learning Cities between Dec. 3 and 5.
“UNESCO learning cities are uniquely positioned to instill climate consciousness and equip local residents with the green skills essential for a sustainable society,” Isabell Kempf, the director of the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning said during the announcement on Thursday.
“The sixth International Conference on Learning Cities in Jubail will pave the way for impactful climate action.”
The international event will be hosted by Jubail Industrial City at the offices of the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu. It comes as the commission, which was founded in 1975, prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary. King Salman will serve as patron of the event, in keeping with his views on the importance of international cooperation in efforts to confront global challenges and achieve sustainable development through education, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
