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Press Release
Ministry of Sports announces formation of Youth Council to strengthen
young competencies’ engagement in developing policies and initiatives in
sports sector
>> His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi: The establishment of the Youth Council within the
Ministry of Sports represents a strategic step towards strengthening youth participation in shaping
the future of national sports.
• The Council reflects the Ministry’s commitment and keenness to achieve institutional
excellence and invest in human capital in accordance with the “We the UAE 2031” vision.
• The Council seeks to stimulate innovation among the youth within the Ministry by adopting
development ideas and enhancing interaction between young talents and the leadership.
UAE, 12 August 2025- The Ministry of Sports has launched the Youth Council - a premier platform
designed to increase the involvement of young talent in driving progress within the national sports sector.
The announcement of the council's formation coincides with International Youth Day, affirming its
commitment to the directives of the wise leadership and in line with its forward-looking vision to empower
Emirati youth and support them to become future leaders in various fields.
His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, announced that the establishment of
the Youth Council within the Ministry of Sports represents a strategic step towards strengthening youth
participation in shaping the future of national sports, reflecting the Ministry's confidence in the vital role
young people play in achieving excellence and sustainability in this sector.
His Excellency stated: “The announcement of the Council coincides with the celebration of International
Youth Day. Its formation reflects our commitment to investing in the energy and creativity of young Emirati
men and women and to providing institutional platforms that enable them to take part in decision-making
and contribute actively to the development of our sports ecosystem, in alignment with the objectives of the
National Sports Strategy 2031 and the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision.”
The formation of the Youth Council underscores the Ministry’s strong belief in the crucial role of youth
participation in designing sports policies and developmental programs. It also reflects the Ministry’s
commitment to investing in human capital, in alignment with the goals of ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision to build
