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journey towards progress, while extending a helping hand to underprivileged
people.

“Our journey continues so that our humanitarian projects send a message of
solidarity from the UAE to the world, carrying with it the values and principles of
the Emirati people,” he concluded.

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of
Dubai and Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of MBRGI, said, “Guided by its
leaders’ visions and inspired by its peoples’ nobility and generosity, the UAE will
always be a global capital for humanitarian work and a role model of hope
making. In the words of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid; hope
making is the highest expression of humanity and noble values.”

“Over 8 years since its inception, MBRGI has established the culture of hope
making in the region, turning humanitarian work into a sustainable institutional
action and contributing to promoting an atmosphere conductive of all the noble
values on which the UAE was founded. This reality shows how the UAE is keen to
be in inspiring example and a positive influence in the lives of people, helping
them strive for a better tomorrow,” he added.

“MBRGI has made a tangible difference in the lives of tens of millions of people
around the world last year, thanks to constant revision and improvements in its
vision, goals and approach. It continues to embrace new humanitarian initiatives,
extending the scope and reach of its impact,” he concluded.

Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Secretary-General of Mohammed bin
Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), said, “MBRGI continues to record
new accomplishments in terms of total spending and number of beneficiaries
around the world, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin
Rashid Al Maktoum for investing all resources, expertise and innovative ideas to
improve the lives of tens of millions of people, helping them build a better future,
and further establish the UAE’s humanitarian role.”

“During 2023, MBRGI managed to reach 111 million people in 105 countries,
helped meet their needs and aspirations by expanding its sustainable projects
and increasing spending, which grew by AED 400 million compared to 2022
across its five pillars,” he added, commending the efforts of MBRGI staff and
more than 160,000 volunteers.

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