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Science, not Hollywood or Starbucks, is America's best soft power
The US should pursue science diplomacy with Muslim-majority countries, which would complement efforts to promote human rights.
Science and technology in diplomacy
Throughout human history, science and technology have been the backbone of innovations that have driven economic development. Yet, rather oddly, they have not been seriously invoked in the pursuit of diplomacy. This Commentary examines the important role of science in diplomacy and its soft-power in world affairs and peace.
Islam and science …..concordance or conflict?
Facing the future -- science in the Muslim world
Jim Al-Khalili, a theoretical nuclear physicist at the University of Surrey, science communicator and author, talks about the current state of basic scientific research in Muslim countries, the rich history of Islamic discovery and what needs to be done to bring about a scientific renaissance.
Google says Middle East innovation is in bad shape
Google Day sees calls for more regional and Arabic content online and talks up need for innovation environment
The future of science in Islamic countries
Professor Abdus Salam (1926-1996), First Muslim and the only Pakistani Nobel Laureate, expressed his views about science in the Muslim World.
The house of wisdom: how the Arabs transformed western civilization
S&T experts urge OIC nations to acquire emerging technologies
Science and Technology (S&T) experts from the member states of the Organisation of Islamic States (OIC) have strongly recommended acquiring new and emerging technologies for rapid development in the region.
The Arab world's (uneven) progress
A knowledge society is budding. But further reform is needed, for the sake of American security, global prosperity, and Arab dignity.
Dubai 2.0 - Towards an Innovation Economy
Dubai has created a gigantic amount of science and technology infrastructures that promises an amazing vision to transform Dubai from a consumer to a developer of new technology and knowledge. However, necessary adjustment is needed today to sow the seeds of a more sustainable and innovative future for the Emirate.
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