27/08/2008
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Dubai
Invited by Mr. Jiro Nemoto, Chairman of the Japan Cooperation Forum for the Middle East (JCCME), to give a keynote speech at the 33rd Annual Conference on Economic and Human Development Cooperation for the Middle East and North Africa Region, Serageldin spoke about Japan’s expected role in human development in the Middle East.
11/08/2008
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Quebec
At the opening ceremony of the 4th World Youth Congress, Serageldin was presented with the Champion of Youth Award, in recognition of the outstanding role he has continually played in helping youth achieve their potential and goals, and for his commitment and successful efforts at putting youth at the forefront of many agendas and activities.
10/08/2008
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Quebec
In the opening ceremony of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) - World Congress on Information and Libraries, and in the presence of 4000 librarians from all over the world, the Rector of Laval University presented Serageldin with the Honorary Doctorate bestowed to him by the prestigious University.
10/08/2008
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Quebec
Serageldin opened the World Digital Library Partners and Stakeholders Meeting, with a welcoming address to the new and prospective partners of the organization. The meeting was convened to discuss recent developments and future plans and to welcome the newly joined partners. New and prospective partners will be from Mexico, China, Japan, Taiwan, Qatar, Serbia, Sweden, Slovakia and Israel.
08/08/2008
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Washington, DC
An article by Serageldin on Science in Muslim Countries has been featured in this month’s issue of Science Magazine. Following is an abstract of the article:
With more than a trillion dollars in cash and a population of over a billion people, the Muslim world should be poised for a remarkable scientific explosion.
21/07/2008
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Lisbon
Invited to address scholars, researchers and students at the opening ceremony of the fourth International Conference on the Ancient Novel (ICAN IV), Serageldin mesmerized the audience with a 30 minute presentation on the digital revolution, its impact on reading and its role in the New Library. The conference has organized a six day series of sessions, revolving around this year’s theme, Crossroads in the Ancient Novel: Spaces, Frontiers, Intersections.
21/07/2008
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Lisbon
Serageldin is invited today by Former President Sampaio of Portugal to address a group of Portuguese opinion makers and scholars at a meeting of the Cercle d’Amis de l’Alliance. He will speak of democracy, freedom and reform in the Arab World.
19/07/2008
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Alexandria
At the closing session of the Wikimania conference, the members of the Wikimania Foundation expressed their profound gratitude to Dr. Ismail Serageldin for the valuable part played by the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in hosting this annual international event, held this year on the African continent.
17/07/2008
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Alexandria
Serageldin is hosting the Fourth Annual Wikimania Conference at the BA, which is held this year under the theme Change the Shape of Wisdom. At the inauguration of the conference, Serageldin addressed the participants with an inspiring presentation entitled New Paradigms for New Tomorrows.
15/07/2008
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Alexandria
Serageldin hosted the inaugural meeting of the Middle East Council of Religious Leaders - Religions for Peace at the BA. Invited to be a pioneer member of the council, based on the important role he plays within the Islamic community, Serageldin gave an ardent presentation entitled Wealth, Poverty and Security . He posed the question “Are we doing enough to bring about peace?”
13/07/2008
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Paris
At the invitation of President Nicolas Sarkozy, Serageldin participated in the first Paris Summit for the Mediterranean which was co-presided by President Hosni Mubarak and the French President. The heads of state and government of 27 EU countries and 16 of the southern Mediterranean countries convened at the Grand Palais, to launch a new Union of the Mediterranean and to adopt a declaration on the enhancement of cooperation between EU member states and countries of the Mediterranean region.
26/06/2008
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Tällberg
In the inaugural session of the Tällberg forum, Serageldin gave a presentation on the notions of values and of boundaries… The presentation was received with a standing ovation by the 1000 plus guests present in the big tent. For the many who asked to have access to the slides, they can be found attached.
25/06/2008
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Tällberg
Ismail Serageldin gave a moving and eloquent intonation in the concert organized at the old church in Siljansnäs. His words preceded the playing of Beethoven’s Pastorale. The message of beauty and truth was particularly apposite in the circumstances of the forum that would open the next day. Among the eminent audience was His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustav of Sweden.
18/06/2008
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Petra
Once again, Serageldin participated in the Annual Petra Conference of Nobel Laureates, convened by The King Abdullah II Fund for Development and The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity. The conference brought together a great number of eminent world figures as well as participating youth from the region. This year’s theme was: Reaching for New Economic, Scientific and Educational Horizons.
15/06/2008
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Alexandria
Dr. Ismail Serageldin is giving a lecture entitled The Future of Computing at 13:30 hours, at the BA Conference Center – Small Theatre.
10/06/2008
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Baku
Serageldin participated in the forum entitled Expanding the Role of Women in Cross-Cultural Dialogue. The Forum was organized under the initiative of Mrs. Mehriban Aliyev, First Lady of Azerbaijan, President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and co-sponsored by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and Islamic Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization ( ISESCO).
09/06/2008
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Paris
Serageldin participated in the launching ceremony of the Jacques Chirac Foundation for cultural diversity and sustainable development. Serageldin is a member of the Honorary Committee of the Foundation. Among other international dignitaries on the committee are Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan; three Nobel Peace Prize winners: Rajendra Pachauri, Rigoberta Menchu and Muhammad Yunus; and six former presidents including Abou Diouf of Senegal, and Fernando Henrique Cardoso of Brazil.
08/06/2008
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Cannes
At the annual board meeting of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, attended by Serageldin, it was agreed that this year’s award ceremony for the Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership would again be held at the BA. Last year’s inaugural prize was also awarded at the BA to President Joaquim Chissano, former President of Mozambique. The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is the vision of Mohamed Ibrahim, and was established to support the attainment of good governance in Africa.
27/05/2008
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Alexandria
Serageldin welcomed HRH Crown Prince Philippe of Belgium and his delegation to the BA. Taking them on a grand tour of the Library of Alexandria, he introduced to them its many different facets. The Crown Prince was on a four day visit to Egypt at the head of a high-level investors delegation.