KUWAIT CITY, July 31: Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Youth (PAY), Nasser Al-Sheikh, reaffirmed the authority’s commitment to empowering Kuwaiti youth in the fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and artificial intelligence (AI). His remarks followed the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between PAY and the Kuwait Space Company (KSC) to establish a National Youth Academy.

The academy aims to equip young Kuwaitis with advanced skills in artificial intelligence, space sciences, robotics, and cybersecurity. Speaking to reporters after the signing, Al-Sheikh emphasized that youth are at the forefront of Kuwait’s development priorities.

"This academy will serve as a modern national platform to cultivate the skills of our youth, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to the knowledge economy and participate actively in achieving the goals of the 'New Kuwait 2035' vision,” Al-Sheikh said.

He noted that the initiative is part of the authority’s broader strategy to create an enabling and innovative educational environment that aligns with global advancements. The goal is to prepare a generation of competent, forward-thinking individuals ready to thrive in the future labor market.

The National Youth Academy will incorporate cutting-edge educational curricula and host a variety of workshops, training programs, and scientific competitions. These activities will target high-achieving school and university students and involve the exchange of expertise and the recruitment of qualified teaching and administrative staff.

Al-Sheikh commended the Kuwait Space Company for its cooperation and support, stressing the importance of forming constructive partnerships with government bodies, civil society organizations, and the private sector. These collaborations, he said, are vital for launching pioneering educational and technological initiatives that meet the aspirations of Kuwait’s youth and harness their potential for national development.