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“The UAE’s efforts in Mosul sparked a ripple effect,” noted Al Qassimi. “Once we

committed, the EU and 13 other nations followed. This is the essence of

multilateralism – turning shared responsibility into action.”

As the world enters an era of rapid technological advancement, the challenge

remains: How to ensure the younger generations value and protect cultural

heritage?

Al Qassimi highlighted the role of technology in cultural preservation, “Capacity

building is key, but we must also integrate emerging tools like AI. During the

restoration of Al-Nouri Mosque, we uncovered previously unknown ablution rooms.

Imagine what AI and digital reconstruction could do for future archaeologists and

architects.”

In an era of geopolitical uncertainty, the success of the Mosul project reaffirms the

relevance of institutions like UNESCO. “With 194 member states, UNESCO has

the credibility to mobilise nations for cultural preservation,” said Azoulay.
“The UAE’s leadership in Mosul stands as a powerful example of what is possible

when countries unite for the benefit of humanity.”

Al Qassimi concluded with a resounding endorsement of global cooperation, “We

live in polarised times, yet I remain hopeful. The Mosul initiative proves that when

nations commit to action, multilateralism thrives.”

As the UAE continues to champion cultural heritage restoration worldwide, its

commitment to preserving history serves as a beacon of hope for future

generations.

This year’s summit convened over 30 heads of state and government, more than

80 international and regional organisations and 140 government delegations. Its

agenda featured 21 global forums exploring major future trends and

transformations, over 200 interactive sessions with more than 300 prominent

speakers – including presidents, ministers, experts, thought leaders, and decision-
makers – and over 30 ministerial meetings and roundtables attended by more than

400 ministers.

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