Professor Mohamed Ould Amar is one of the most prominent Arab talents in the field of economics and educational policies, having combined academic excellence with leadership experience at the national and international levels. He held senior ministerial positions in Mauritania, including Minister of Education and Minister of Culture, and also served as president of the University of Islamic Sciences, contributing to the development of higher education and scientific research systems.
He currently serves as Director-General of the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), where he leads efforts to strengthen educational, cultural and scientific cooperation in the Arab world. His scholarly career is distinguished by a rich research output in the fields of economics and development, with notable contributions on issues of economic reform, food security, and education.
