Saudi Arabia’s national chemistry team has won four medals at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO), adding to the Kingdom’s growing record of success in international science competitions.
The competition, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 10 to 19 July, brought together 363 students from 92 countries to compete in one of the world’s most prestigious chemistry contests.
Two Saudi students earned silver medals: Ali Ahmed Bawazir from the Riyadh General Directorate of Education and Ali Salem Al-Yami from the Najran General Directorate of Education.
Meanwhile, Abdulaziz Badr Al-Juaid from the Madinah General Directorate of Education and Mujtaba Abdulilah Al-Tarouti from the Eastern Region General Directorate of Education each received bronze medals.
The latest achievement brings Saudi Arabia’s overall tally over the course of 16 years of participation at the International Chemistry Olympiad to 53 awards, comprising 17 silver medals, 34 bronze medals, and two certificates of appreciation (honorable mentions).
According to the Saudi Press Agency, the students underwent an intensive year-long training and qualification programme organised by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) in partnership with the Ministry of Education under the Mawhiba International Olympiads Programme. The programme included theoretical and practical training camps held both inside and outside the Kingdom under the supervision of national and international experts.
The International Chemistry Olympiad is held annually to bring together some of the world’s most talented secondary school students, promoting scientific collaboration and encouraging innovation in fields including healthcare, energy, environmental sustainability, and industry.
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