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the opening of the second regular session of the 18 legislative chapter of the Federal National Council, H.E.
commented: “This occasion marks the commencement of a brand-new era of national and institutional work,

which will build upon the achievements of previous legislative chapters, address the aspirations of the

nation’s people and further bolster the Shura approach whose foundation was laid by the late Sheikh Zayed

bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Father of the Nation and his brothers, the UAE’s founding fathers”.

H.E. also stated that the role of the regular session complements the first one and will continue to build on the

successes and objectives of the previous session, with regard to integration, cooperation and concerted efforts

between the government and the Federal National Council, with an aim to catalyse the nation’s growth. H.E.

pointed out that the second session of the 18th legislative chapter acquires greater national importance since

it coincides with the continuation of the “UAE Year of Sustainability” initiatives, following the President, H.H

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s announcement that it will be extended throughout 2024.

H.E. said that both legislative terms are defined by a burgeoning culture of political participation, driven by the

political empowerment programme announced by the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on the

occasion of the 34th National Day of the Union. H.E. further reiterated the pivotal role of the Ministry of State

for Federal National Council Affairs in strengthening cooperation between the government and the Federal

National Council, promoting integration between the legislative and executive authorities, and raising

awareness about the importance of national parliamentary life and the culture of political participation, to drive

sustainable development, aligning with the wise leadership’s forward-looking vision.