UAE tops Arab countries in future readiness

UAE tops Arab countries in future readiness

ABU DHABI -- The UAE has been ranked among the world's most future-ready countries — first in the Arab world and third among 27 emerging global economies, according to an international report published in partnership with Google. Globally, the country is at the 23rd spot among 123 nations in the Future Readiness Index report issued by the Portulans Institute, an independent research and educational center based in the US. The report aims to provide countries with a valuable tool to measure their future readiness, and serve as a guide for their strategy choices and policy decisions. The index measures four main pillars: Institutions and infrastructure, technology, talent, and innovation, in addition to sub-pillars. The UAE ranked third globally in monitoring skills and the use of modern technologies; fourth in attracting talent; and sixth in growing talent. It was also placed among the top 30 countries in 10 sub-pillars that focused on readiness, agility, technology, digital transformation, and investment in human capital. Results of the index were announced during a virtual session held as part of the 11th edition of Concordia Annual Summit. Speakers highlighted the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the post Covid-19 era, and the need to enhance