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In the "Human-centric Futures: Building Experts for the New Economy" session, Abdullah bin Touq Al
Marri, Minister of Economy, emphasised the nation's belief in its people as its true wealth. “The UAE has
prioritised enhancing citizen capabilities and skills, encouraging their contributions across all sectors,
particularly the economy,” Al Marri stated. “This aligns with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision, which aims to
make the UAE the most prosperous nation within a decade.”

He continued, “The UAE National Experts Program is a pioneering global model that enriches vital areas
of both national priorities and global trends. The programme seeks to optimise investment in the human
capital as a key source of wealth that contributes positively to development. It also focuses on
innovatively developing the necessary skills of its participants. Flexible and adaptable, the programme
supports creating innovative solutions to navigating potential future challenges.”
In the “Cooperative Pathways to Sustainable Development” session, Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashimy,
Minister of State for International Cooperation, explained that the world's focus on sustainable
development involves meeting present needs while protecting future generations. This requires building
robust systems and formulating international policies that balance economic growth, social integration,
and environmental preservation.
She noted the 17th Sustainable Development Goal’s focus on the inevitability of global partnership
between governments, the private sector and civil society institutions, necessitating accelerated
international cooperation in developmental fields more than ever before.
Badr Jafar, Special Envoy for business and Philanthropy, UAE, emphasised during his remarks at a
session titled “Redefining Philanthropy: New Models for Global Impact”, that philanthropy today must go
beyond traditional charity. He highlighted the importance of investing in long-term, sustainable change
by mobilising not only financial capital but also expertise, innovation, and strategic partnerships.

He underscored that with an estimated US$2 trillion deployed annually in philanthropic capital and the
largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history underway, there is an unprecedented opportunity to
redefine philanthropy’s role in shaping global development.

The UAE, uniquely positioned, has emerged as a global hub for philanthropic and humanitarian action.
Through its ability to convene diverse stakeholders, foster collaboration, and support a thriving
ecosystem for philanthropy, the UAE is playing a vital role in amplifying impact and driving
systemic progress for future generations.’

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