Zhejiang to Provide Free WiFi Services across the Province – Tourists will be able to enjoy free WiFi services in east China’s Zhejiang Province soon. The construction of “i-zhejiang”, a free WiFi service, is now underway. The project is part of a broader plan to create a “knowledge economy” in the province. Link
The Business Year launches Qatar 2015 – In his keynote address, HE Sheikh Ahmed Bin Jassim Al Thani, Qatar’s Minister of Economy & Commerce, said, “Ministry of Economy & Commerce seek to direct the Qatari economic policies towards implementation that approach to reduce relying on Hydrocarbons, as well as by boosting private sector’s role, income resources diversity and develop investment environment. … The launch ceremony was followed by a panel discussion focusing on ICT and the knowledge economy. Moderated by TBY’s Managing Editor, Leland Rice, the discussion focused on the role of ICT in supporting Qatar’s national objectives, especially with regard to the development of its knowledge based economy. Panelists included Abdulaziz Bin Nasser Al Khalifa, CEO of Qatar Development Bank, Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Kuwari, Managing Director of Qatar Science & Technology Park, and Mubarak Bin Abdulla Al-Sulaiti, Chairman of Al-Sulaiti Law Firm, an eclectic mix of some of the brightest and most knowledgeable minds of Qatar’s economy. Link
‘Knowledge-based economy vital to stand tall among developed nations’ – ISLAMABAD: Higher Education Commission (HEC) Chairman Dr Mukhtar Ahmed on Sunday highlighted importance of a knowledge-based economy for enlisting the country among comity of developed nations. Link
Dubai Media City headline partner for first Festival of Media MENA – Speaking about the conference, Mohammad Abdullah, said:
“The Festival of Media is a true celebration of creativity and innovation, and we are delighted to have supported the inaugural Middle East conference. Dubai being selected as the location to host the event is testament to the widespread growth of the emirate’s media industry. We will continue to pledge our support to festivals and platforms that encourage the growth of the sector here in Dubai, and look at ways in which we can promote the development of talent.”
Dubai is championing innovation across all industries within the Emirate. Dubai Media has pioneered creativity and talent across the media value chain, providing cutting-edge, industry-specific infrastructure and facilities, as well as networking opportunities, to companies of all sizes. DMC has created a real ecosystem for the media industry in Dubai and played a major role in the Emirate’s development into a knowledge-economy, and is now a frontrunner in the Government’s Innovation Strategy. Link