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Ministry of Sports launches ‘Talent Committee Platform’ to
develop integrated system to identify talented individuals and

nurture their abilities

20/06/2025

? H.E. Dr. Al Falasi: Launching the platform is a pivotal step toward building an intelligent and sustainable sports system that accelerates
the talent discovery process and achieves national sporting accomplishments through integrated institutional partnerships.
? H.E. Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum: The platform utilises advanced digital analytics to enhance the development of athletic talent
and contribute to elevating the competitiveness of UAE sports.
• ‘Talent Committee Platform’ offers a unified entry point, and a comprehensive database integrated with the ‘Sportifai’ digital platform to
accurately and transparently track athletes' technical and physical performance.
• The UAE Committee for Talent and National Sports Support (UAETSS) oversees the platform’s operation and is responsible for
designing and implementing initiatives that support talent development pathways across various sports.
• As part of its programs, the Committee provides athletes with access to state-of-the-art training facilities, high-quality specialised
coaching by expert trainers, and preparation camps both domestically and abroad.
• The launch ceremony of the platform included honoring the supporters of athletic talents with the ‘Sports Giving Award’, in recognition of
their pivotal role in establishing a sustainable sports environment that enhances opportunities for excellence and success among Emirati
athletes.
• The announcement of the selection of 58 outstanding athletic talents as the first cohort of athletes on the platform, who will be included
in the Committee’s official support programs.

UAE, June 19, 2025: The Ministry of Sports launched the ‘Talent Committee Platform’, an initiative overseen by the UAE Committee for
Talent and National Sports Support (UAETSS), which is a key body within the Ministry. The announcement was made during a formal
ceremony in Dubai, attended by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports; H.E. Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri, Undersecretary of
the Ministry of Sports; and H.E. Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum, Assistant Undersecretary for the Sports Development and
Competitiveness Sector and Chairman of the UAETSS. The event gathered leading national sports figures, investors, federation and club
representatives, and a number of athletes.
The Talent Committee Platform is designed to transform the way athletic talent is identified and developed across the UAE. Serving as a
unified access point for all stakeholders in the sports ecosystem, including athletes, parents, coaches, scouts, clubs, federations, and
educational institutions, it offers easy access to a comprehensive and accurate database. The platform is fully integrated with the
Ministry’s recently launched ‘Sportifai’ digital platform, enabling real-time, data-driven monitoring of athletes’ performance and growth.
This integration supports transparent and objective assessments of both technical skills and physical development of the athletes.
H.E. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi highlighted that the launch of the platform reflects the vision of the UAE’s wise leadership in advancing
sports excellence and ensuring long-term sustainability through innovative technologies and strategic collaborations. H.E. said: “The
introduction of the ‘Talent Committee Platform’ represents a major milestone in establishing an intelligent, integrated sports ecosystem -
one that can identify promising talent from an early stage and support their growth through structured development programs driven by
data, digital governance, and partnership. This platform not only offers advanced digital tools but also creates a comprehensive national
framework that links schools, academies, clubs, and federations. Using digital governance, it streamlines talent identification and
development processes, enhances overall performance, and makes access to emerging athletic potential across the UAE easier."
H.E. added, “Recognising talent from a young age is fundamental to shaping elite athletes and is the central factor in achieving success
in Olympics and international competitions. This project will significantly contribute to the objectives of the National Sports Strategy 2031
by increasing the number of Emirati athletes qualifying for the Olympic Games. Our current priority is to establish a sustainable national
system that not only identifies promising talent but also supports their growth toward the highest standards of competitive performance.”

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