Arab Academy Concludes the Third Human Resources and Training Forum in Aden with Broad Participation and Recommendations Emphasizing the Strategic Transformation of Human Resource Management

The Arab Academy for Management, Banking, and Financial Sciences concluded on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the activities of the Third Human Resources and Training Forum, held on June 29 and 30 in the interim capital, Aden, under the theme “From Challenges to Solutions: Practical Insights for the Future of Human Resources,” under the patronage of H.E. Prof. Dr. Amin Noman Al-Qudsi, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

The forum witnessed broad participation from representatives of government entities and the private sector, as well as academics, experts, and specialists in human resources. Over two days, it discussed a number of strategic issues related to the future of human resource management and human capital development.

The second day featured specialized presentations on building a high-performance culture and measuring Human Resources Return on Investment (HR ROI), in addition to a scientific panel discussion entitled “Human Resource Management Between the Pressures of Reality and the Requirements of the Future,” which addressed the rapid transformations in work environments and the role of leadership in developing human resource practices.

The forum concluded with a set of recommendations, most notably strengthening the representation of human resource departments on committees and in senior leadership positions, reinforcing the concept of human resources as a strategic investment, and involving human resource departments in formulating institutional strategies and decision-making.

The recommendations also emphasized the importance of building a data- and analysis-driven organizational culture, strengthening partnerships between universities and labor market institutions, investing in the preparation of future leaders, and adopting clear methodologies for measuring the impact of human resource programs and initiatives.

The forum concluded with the honoring of sponsoring and supporting organizations, speakers, and participants in recognition of their contributions to the success of the event, followed by commemorative photographs. The closing ceremony emphasized the importance of continuing the forum as a scientific and professional platform for exchanging expertise, developing human resource practices, and supporting institutional development in Yemen.