“We’re the fifth most liveable city in the world as rated by The Economist,” he added. “But I don’t think there is any room for complacency. Liveability is incredibly important in terms of its relationship with the knowledge economy and attracting knowledge workers.”

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He said one way to maneuver the “knowledge economy” is ongoing training.

For example, in the past people would enter one career and stay there for life. Today, however, Rothwell said people tend to take on several different jobs in a lifetime. And with each new job, comes the need for new skills.

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Through targeted programs that support talent during formative stages in academic and professional development, Saudi Initiatives cultivates and sustains a rich national talent pool of future leaders for the Saudi Arabian knowledge economy.

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