ECOSF Contributed to the 2024 International Engineering Congress in Taizhou, China
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The 2024 International Engineering Congress (IEC), a premier event in the field of engineering, was successfully held in Taizhou, China, under the theme "Sustainable Engineering for a Better Future” on November 8-10, 2024. IEC was organized by the Federation of Engineering Institutions of Asia and the Pacific (FEIAP) in collaboration with UNESCO, WFEO, and other prominent organizations. The Congress was co-hosted by the Zhejiang Association for Science and Technology, Taizhou Municipal People's Government, and Zhejiang University.
The Congress featured a plenary conference, three thematic sessions, and side meetings, including high-level dialogues and workshops. One of the significant outcomes of the congresss was the release of the Taizhou Declaration—a visionary document aimed at fostering engineering innovation, capacity building, and international collaboration.
Thematic Sessions
- Conference on Engineering Education Development
- Conference on International Cooperation for Emerging Technologies in Engineering
- Conference on Engineering Capacity Building
Participants included representatives from over 30 countries across Asia-Pacific, Africa, and Latin America, alongside leaders from more than 40 international and national engineering organizations, including ECOSF.
President ECOSF had an engaging and active contribution to the Congress:
Prof. Seyed Komail Tayebi, President of ECOSF, actively engaged in several thematic sessions, contributing towards engineering education development, international cooperation in emerging technologies, and capacity building, particularly from the ECO regions’ perspectives. He participated in side meetings, including high-end dialogues on engineering education and standards for professional engineers, fostering discussions on sustainable engineering practices.
President ECOSF was one of the invited panelist at the review session of Taizhou Declaration:
During this review session of the Taizhou Declaration, Prof. Tayebi emphasized the economic and social impact of engineering. He Highlighted that engineering is not only the backbone of innovation but also a powerful catalyst for economic growth, particularly in emerging economies. From AI to sustainable infrastructure, engineering tools have the potential to drive job creation, enhance productivity, and improve living standards. Prof. Tayebi further added that we must equip our youth with robust engineering skills to contribute to local and global economies.
Prof. Tayebi also highlighted ECOSF’s efforts in promoting engineering capacity development, highlighting projects on electric vehicles, decarbonization, and renewable energy as examples of successful international collaborations within ECO region and beyond.
Prof. Tayebi’s visit to the Engineering and Technology Exhibition, where he interacted with Chinese companies showcasing cutting-edge engineering innovations. He explored advancements in electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies, and sustainable infrastructure, discussing potential collaborations to implement these innovations within the ECO region.
While engaging with media, and in interviews with Global Times and a Chinese TV channel, Prof. Tayebi praised China’s leadership in engineering, citing its investments in education and training programs. He emphasized the importance of collaboration at local, national, and international levels to harness engineering’s full potential.
“China is set to lead the future of engineering, especially by integrating AI, engineering, and humanity. The IEC provides a gateway for fostering global partnerships and advancing collaborative activities,” Prof. Tayebi said.
ECOSF signed the Taizhsou Declaration in the closing ceremony
Prof. Tayebi also participated in the Congress’s closing ceremony and signed the Taizhou Declaration, reinforcing ECOSF’s commitment to advancing sustainable engineering and international cooperation. The Declaration outlines a shared vision for engineering innovation, capacity building, and collaborative efforts to address global challenges.
The 2024 International Engineering Congress was a great succes. ECOSF’s participation underline its commitment to advancing engineering education, capacity building, and sustainable development in the ECO region and beyond.