The activities of the international conference, moderated in Arabic by Ms. Sabrine Lehbab and in English by Dr. Ikram Youssef, commenced at approximately 9:00 AM with verses from the Holy Quran, followed by the playing of the Algerian national anthem.
Following this, Professor Mourad Naoum, Director of the University Center of Maghnia, delivered an opening speech. He welcomed the guests of our university institution, thanked all those in charge of organizing this international conference who worked diligently over the past days to ensure its success, and highlighted the scientific value of the event as reflected by the caliber of the presented papers. The opening session was chaired by Professor Mohamed Benbouzian, featuring a presentation by Professor Rabah Arezki from Harvard University, followed by a presentation by Professor Amir Abdelkader Lebdioui from the University of Oxford. Both sessions included a lively discussion period where professors, experts, and participating researchers posed questions. The opportunity was also seized to introduce the guests to the city of Maghnia and the University Center of Maghnia. In concluding his remarks, he wished all participants and attendees every success, expressing his hope that the international conference would meet everyone’s expectations.
Next, Professor Abderrahim Chibi, Chairman of the International Conference, took the floor and eloquently presented the conference in English, outlining its main themes, the presentations delivered, and the participants. He took the opportunity to express his gratitude and appreciation to the Director of the University Center of Maghnia, as well as to the scientific and organizing committees, for their support and relentless efforts to make the event a success, wishing everyone success and guidance.
The official opening of the international conference ceremonies was then announced with two keynote lectures delivered by:
Professor Rabah Arezki
Harvard Kennedy School, USA
With a presentation titled:
“Africa’s Shifting Economic Paradigm”
(delivered via video conferencing).
Professor Amir Lebdioui
Department of International Development, UK
With a presentation titled:
“Survival of the Greenest: Economic Transformation in a Climate-Conscious World”
Following this, presenters were distributed across three workshops (A, B, and C), where speakers from various national and international universities discussed diverse topics. Attendees followed these sessions through open discussions that provided an opportunity for the exchange of views and ideas in a vibrant academic atmosphere.
The activities of the international conference will continue until tomorrow, Monday, June 3, 2024, at the University Center of Maghnia.
