In a distinguished academic achievement, Professor Saif Al-Din Al-Fuqara was awarded the Khalifa Award for Education in its 18th cycle for the year 2025, in the category of Outstanding University Professor in the field of Innovation in Teaching Arabic Language across the United Arab Emirates. This recognition crowns his rich career of dedication and innovation in Arabic language education, where he successfully blended tradition with modernity, offering inspiring educational models that elevate the status of Arabic in higher education.

The award was presented during a grand ceremony organized by the Award’s General Secretariat at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, attended by prominent educational leaders and decision-makers. A total of 48 winners from around the world were honored, reaffirming the Award’s status as a global platform for educational excellence.