UAE and France broaden horizons of cultural fields
The UAE’S participation in the Paris Peace Forum represents an opportunity to discuss global challenges facing societies
President of France, Emmanuel Macron, on Thursday met with Noura Bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Youth, on the sidelines of the fourth session of the annual Paris Peace Forum that witnesses the participation of around 30 heads of state and Government
Al Kaabi conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, 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, to the French President and their wishing of more progress and prosperity for the people of France.
She emphasised that the relations between the UAE and France are in continuous progress, noting that there are many opportunities to develop them, especially in the economic, investment and cultural fields, for the benefit of the two friendly countries.
On the sidelines of the forum, Al Kaabi said that the UAE’S participation in the Paris Peace
Forum represents an opportunity to discuss global challenges facing societies and ways to unify efforts to address them, contributing to opening broader horizons for development and prosperity.
She added that the forum is also an international plaform wherein countries, organisations and other actors meet to discuss many issues such as climate, health, social and solidarity economy and digital issues.
She pointed out that the UAE’S participation in the event is based on its belief that peace, tolerance and coexistence are the way to comprehensive economic development and away from violence and terrorism.
She noted that the UAE has a rich record of achievements in this regard, most notably the signing of the Human Fraternity Document in Abu Dhabi, which resulted in the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of a resolution proclaiming 4th February every year as the ‘International Day for Human Fraternity’.
The UAE Minister of Culture and Youth also emphasised that the Abrahamic Family House, being built in Abu Dhabi, is an example of the UAE leadership’s vision of promoting peaceful coexistence and acceptance values among various faiths, nationalities and cultures.
The minister also said that the forum, in its current session, addresses global divisions, is keen on gathering societies’ views to contribute to sustainable development, and unifying efforts between countries to think of creative solutions to the challenges and obstacles facing humanity.
DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS REGIONAL OFFICE IN UAE MARKS FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY: The team of Doctors Without Borders - Regional Office in the United Arab Emirates - met on Friday with the community of humanitarian workers and supporters of the organisation on the occasion of the fitieth anniversary of the founding of the organisation.
The meeting took place at the headquarter of the International Humanitarian City (IHC) in the presence of a number of members of non-profit organisations and partners. The ceremony included a welcome speeches from Mario Stephan, General Director of MSF in the regional office in the United Arab Emirates, and Giuseppe Saba, Executive Director of the International Humanitarian City in Dubai.
Some testimonies from the organization’s teams around the world were also presented on this occasion, in addition to a documentary film that reflects the activities of the organization during the past years.
Mario Stephan said: “50 Years of existence for our organisation is a moment to pause and reflect, ensuring we remain relevant in serving our patients, today and for the years to come.”
Giuseppe Saba congratulated MSF team on their 50th anniversary, which coincides with UAE’S 50th anniversary and national day celebrations this year. He added: ‘’MSF have been an important part of the humanitarian community in Dubai for many years, praising their efforts in providing medical assistance and emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters and exclusion from healthcare, throughout the years since their inception 50 years ago.