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Sheikh Suhail said: “In accordance with the ‘Principles of the 50’ intended to
enhance investments in human capital and skill development, GAS aims at
expanding the infrastructure of sports facilities to create the optimal environment
for athletes and national teams.

“We will strive to further develop sports facilities to meet future needs required to
develop local talents and support national teams.”

The MoU further encourages institutional communication, promotes athletic
participation in the education sector, and provides required assistance to develop
future initiatives.

Awar said: “We are committed to strengthening government integration and
launching strategic partnerships between federal and local government entities
to support the youth in many areas including sports development. By launching
initiatives that further our shared objectives, we look forward to expanding our
cooperation with GAS, and attracting and nurturing sports talents in Dubai.”

Some of KFE’s educational assets have hosted numerous sports tournaments
and other sporting events. Under this MoU, a KFE educational asset will be one
of the facilities offered by GAS to sports federations to support the development
of national teams and provide the ideal environment for athletes to train as they
prepare for various regional and international competitions.

GAS encourages government entities, sports sector institutions, and the private
sector to benefit from its sports facilities. One of its available facilities is the
Zayed Sports Complex in the Emirate of Fujairah, which hosts numerous
national and international sports competitions.

KFE offers a variety of investment opportunities in the knowledge sector with
focus on Dubai’s education sector.

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