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The initiative has restored major historical sites in Mosul, including the Al-Nouri Mosque and its Al-
Hadba Minaret, the Convent of our Lady of the Hour and Al-Tahera Church, Al-Aghawat Mosque, as
well as Al-Ekhlass school in the Old City.
By the end of 2024, 124 heritage houses had been rehabilitated, allowing displaced families to
return, Azoulay added.

She recently visited Mosul and described how its historic centre is once again vibrant, proving that
heritage restoration can play a key role in rebuilding communities.

Beyond heritage, Azoulay praised the UAE’s active role in global cultural cooperation, both within
the UN and the G20, calling it a key UNESCO partner.

She noted that collaboration extends to fields like vocational education and the arts, citing Abu
Dhabi’s hosting of an international conference on technical education last year as proof of the
country’s commitment to integrating arts into sustainable development.

Looking ahead, she announced that Abu Dhabi will host UNESCO’s International Jazz Day on 30th
April 2025. The event will feature cultural activities, exhibitions, and music workshops, engaging
students and artists from across the region. A high-level cultural summit will also bring together
global leaders to foster dialogue through the arts.

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