King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa of Bahrain:
This university that covers all branches of science and technology and specializes in scientific research will become one of the important centers of higher learning in the world. This world-class university, initiated by King Abdullah, is undoubtedly a giant cultural step. It revives the memories of Bait Al-Hekma (“House of Wisdom”) well known in Arab and Islamic civilization in its golden ages when it was at its peak in openness toward all civilizations.
President Abdullah Gul of Turkey:
KAUST is a major shift in university education, as it accommodates students from different countries, having different cultural backgrounds, in order to create a new galaxy of scientists who will dedicate their know-how for the development of humanity. It also offers a message of peace to world in order to build civilizations and enhance the happiness and prosperity of people. A world-class university of this standard is a big contribution to the higher education system in the region.
President Sharief Al-Sheikh Ahmed of Somalia:
This Saudi university will compete with other international universities, focusing on the latest developments in science and technology. It will serve as real lighthouse of knowledge supporting students in the Arab and Islamic world. KAUST will have a positive impact on improving the performance of other universities in the region.
Malaysia’s King Tuanku Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin:
KAUST will serve as a port of knowledge in the Middle East and will play a big role in boosting scientific research in tune with 21st-century standards. Nobody has built before such a big university with this speed. We hope it will provide an open atmosphere required for fostering innovations and setting up projects and for nurturing thoughts and skills. Malaysia has established strong cooperation with Saudi Arabia to promote education and exchange expertise.
Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Abdul Aziz:
KAUST will serve as a bridge between nations and cultures. He expected that KAUST would become a new house of wisdom in the 21st century and create an open atmosphere for the development of science and technology. Its scientific research and discoveries would have tremendous impact on the welfare of humanity in the future.
Acting President of Pakistan and Chairman of the Senate Farooq H. Naik:
The project will herald the beginning of a new chapter in the world of scientific research and will enhance the contributions of Arabs and Muslims to the human civilization. The establishment of the new University with a $ 10 million endowment has created huge excitement in the world that will usher in a new era of scientific research and development.
