AI, food security among future strategies to be launched at govt meet
We are launching over 100 initiatives and seven national strategies in keeping with our people’s aspirations, shaping the course of the UAE.” Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid
abu dhabi — The UAE Government’s Annual Meetings that kicks off today will see the launch of seven “long-term strategies” and over 100 initiatives. The seven strategies will encompass food security, artificial intelligence, culture and heritage, operational strategies, future skills, quality of life and happiness, and the advanced science, in line with the Vision 2021 agenda.
The second national meeting of its kind will be co-chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
The two-day annual meeting will be attended by 500 dignitaries, heads of the UAE executive boards, ministers, heads of federal government bodies, heads of local government agencies, and federal, local, and regional directors, along with assistant agents and executives.
The meetings will see discussions on national issues and launch strategies and initiatives that promote the development model of the state to reach the UAE Centennial 2071. A review of 2017 achievements will take place, along with updates on Vision 2021 targets.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said: “The annual meetings of the UAE Government mark a major milestone on the path towards the nation’s centennial. It reflects the spirit of team work and the spirit of the Union that the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan envisioned. We are launching over 100 initiatives and seven national strategies in keeping with our people’s aspirations, shaping the course of the UAE.”
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed said: “Sheikh Zayed has taught us
The hopes of the UAE’s citizens continue to grow every day, and each of us bears the responsibility to help our people attain their dreams.” Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed
that there are no limits to our dreams and aspirations. The hopes of the UAE’s citizens continue to grow every day, and each of us bears the responsibility to help our people attain their dreams.”
He said that the introduction of creative ideas and development initiatives in the government sector forms the basis for launching successful projects and building innovative organisations and networks that positively contribute to the progress and prosperity that the UAE seeks. “Each initiative represents a building block in our nation’s development process, and every innovative individual is a key contributor to the success of the UAE and its people,” Sheikh Mohamed continued.
The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince emphasised that every member of society must take on their responsibility to attain excellence. “The future of the UAE is in our hands. The next stage requires us to redouble our efforts so that our future generations are proud of our accomplishments.” —