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2/28/24, 3:37 PM Hamdan bin Mohammed attends talk on Middle Eastern cities’ contributions to advancing human progress - UAE - Emirates24|7
Dr. Casagranda highlighted the key factors for Middle Eastern cities to regain their roles in driving human development including
education, innovation, and nurturing talent. He stressed the significance of creative problem-solving and the government's role in
creating a supportive environment for social progress. Dubai was presented as a prime example of these principles in action,
reflecting its commitment to generating new ideas through collaborative efforts between government, private sector and the
community.

H.H.Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed also met with a group of volunteers participating in ‘Day for Dubai’, an initiative that invites the

people of Dubai to give one day of their year back to help those in need.

During the meeting, attended by Dherar Belhoul Al Falasi, Executive Director of Watani Al Emarat Foundation of UAE, Sheikh
Hamdan praised the efforts of volunteers and the contributions they have made, including their role in mitigating the impact of the
COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the successful organisation of the UN climate conference COP28 in Dubai. Al Falasi expressed
gratitude to Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed for encouraging volunteerism and fostering community partnerships.

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