Dr. Haddad is one of the figures taking part in "University 2008," the sixth international conference on education, which has brought together more than 3,000 delegates from over 50 countries.

In statements to this agency, Haddad said the University of Havana, founded 280 years ago, can serve as a model for all developing countries due to its inclusive nature and the human values promoted by the institution.

Referring to the conference, the scholar said it was a great opportunity for the exchange among representatives of universities from all over Latin America and the Caribbean about the values and market criteria.

Dr. Haddad also highlighted the Cuban initiative of opening up university venues in municipalities throughout the island, with the objective of facilitating the enrollment of young people in higher education courses based on the development needs of each area.

Cuba has became a leading country in the promotion of education, said the doctor in Mathematics, adding that for that reason there are so many foreign educators attending the conference.

The countries with the highest number of participants at the event are Venezuela, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Spain, Italy and Cuba.

(Ahora.cu)