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Statement of Ahmad bin Meshar, Secretary-

General of the Supreme Legislation

Committee on National Environment Day

2024

05/02/2024

3 February 2024: As we celebrate the National Environment Day, the United Arab Emirates
(UAE) stands out as a beacon of progress in sustainability, spearheading initiatives in climate

action and environmental protection. This anniversary highlights the UAE’s significant

contributions to global environmental preservation efforts while promoting awareness and

encouraging environmentally friendly practices among society members. Furthermore, the

day underscores the UAE’s impressive legacy of environmental sustainability, a foundation
laid by the visionary late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the father of the nation. The

pursuit of sustainability gained further momentum under the leadership of His Highness

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, who declared 2023 as the

‘Year of Sustainability’. This was followed by UAE hosting the COP28. On this special

occasion, the Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) reaffirms its

commitment to developing a legislative system that supports and promotes the sustainable

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