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Statement

Statement by H.E. Ahmad Saeed bin Meshar Al Muhairi,

SLC Secretary General, on

World Environment Day 2025

June 04, 2025 - World Environment Day is a call to strengthen collaborative efforts

that inspire environmental action at the local, regional, and international levels. It
provides a platform for exchanging ideas and sharing effective solutions to address

and mitigate the increasing environmental challenges that threaten the well-being of
our planet now and in the future.

This day also offers an opportunity to raise awareness about the crucial role each

individual plays in addressing environmental challenges through responsible and
sustainable practices. At the same time, it highlights the importance of institutions in

implementing eco-friendly methods and fostering work environments that encourage

positive contributions to climate action.

On this day, we take pride in the UAE’s pioneering role in advancing environmental
initiatives and supporting global climate efforts, made possible by the unwavering

support and visionary guidance of our wise leadership. Over the past decades, the UAE
has become a global model for integrating environmental stewardship into national

policy and societal values. This achievement has been made possible thanks to
adaptable and comprehensive legislation, as well as the unwavering commitment of

UAE legislators to protecting the environment and conserving natural resources. This
dedication is evident in the development of diverse legislation and regulatory

frameworks aimed at empowering environmental initiatives, mitigating climate change
impacts, and establishing specialised government entities dedicated to environmental

affairs and climate action.

On this occasion of World Environment Day, the Supreme Legislation Committee in

the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) reaffirms its commitment to developing a legislative