Four students from Kuwait claim medals in Arab competition held in Amman
The 10th Arab Chemistry Olympiad, a significant scientific event for high school students in the region, was held in Amman, Jordan from August 5 to August 9, 2025. Eleven Arab countries participated in the competition, including Syria, Palestine, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Mauritania, Morocco, Lebanon, Oman, Kuwait, and the host country Jordan.
Kuwait's Impressive Performance
Kuwait made a strong showing at the Olympiad, with four students earning medals. Ali Salem Behbehani, a 12th-grade student at the Joint Talent Academy, brought home a silver medal, while Ibrahim Faisal Al-Rashidi, Hala Abdullah Al-Rashidi, and Zahraa Mohammed Al-Haddad, all from various secondary schools, received bronze medals.
Haifa Al-Adwani, Chemistry Supervisor at Kuwait's Ministry of Education, praised these achievements, stating that they demonstrate Kuwait’s strong educational standards and the Ministry’s commitment to supporting scientific talent through international competitions.
The Competition Format
The Olympiad consisted of two main components: theoretical chemistry knowledge tests and practical laboratory skills assessments. Each country was represented by four high school students who had been selected through national chemistry contests.
Preparing for Global Competitions
The 10th Arab Chemistry Olympiad was supervised by the Arab Chemical Union and the host country's Chemical Society. This competition serves as a key regional event fostering scientific excellence and preparing students for global contests like the International Chemistry Olympiad.
The Ministry of Education commended educational advisors Saud Al-Shammari from the Ahmadi Educational District and Haifa Al-Adwani from the Capital Educational District for their role in training and preparing the students. The strategy of Kuwait is to empower youth with modern sciences, promote innovation, and prepare a capable generation to serve Kuwait's future.
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In summary:
- Participating countries (11): Syria, Palestine, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Mauritania, Morocco, Lebanon, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan
- Kuwait’s medal tally: 1 silver, 3 bronze
- Event dates and place: Early August 2025, Amman, Jordan
- Competition format: Theoretical tests and practical chemistry experiments
This competition is an important step in fostering scientific excellence among young students and preparing them for future global competitions. Kuwait's strong performance at the 10th Arab Chemistry Olympiad reaffirms its commitment to promoting scientific education and nurturing talent.
The 10th Arab Chemistry Olympiad not only serves as a regional event that fosters scientific excellence, but also prepares students for global competitions like the International Chemistry Olympiad, falling under the category of education-and-self-development. The achievements of Kuwait's students, such as those from Joint Talent Academy and various secondary schools, demonstrate the Ministry of Education's commitment to supporting scientific talent through international contests, further emphasizing the importance of education-and-self-development in the country's strategy.
