 World Science Forum 2017 marked its first time in the Middle East or the Arab World, hosting over 3000 participants from 140 countries over five days on the shores of the Dead Sea.In recognition of her contributions to science and development, HRH has been honoured both at home and abroad.The Princess was awarded the Chancellor’s Citation at the University of California, Berkeley, USA, that university’s highest honour, in February 2017 (8).