the same is true for the astonishing progress within muslim majority countries from kuala jumpur to dubai. in ancient times and in our times muslim communities have been at the forefront of innovation and education. and this is important because no develop a strategy can be based upon what comes out of the ground nor can it be sustained while we on people are out of work. many gulf states have enjoyed great wealth as a consequence of oil and some are beginning to focus it on broader development, but all of us must recognize education and innovation will be the currency of the 21st century, and in -- [applause] and in too many muslim communities there remains under investment in these areas. all i am emphasizing such investment within my own country. and while america in the past has focused on all oil and gas when it comes to this part of the world, we now seek a broader engagement. on education we will expand exchange programs and increase scholarships like the one that brought my father to america. [applause] at the same time we will encourage more americans to study in the muslim commu