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bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Driven by the ambition and dedication of our students, Dubai continues
to shape its future by nurturing and investing in exceptional talent,” His Highness said.
“After meeting with the scholars and the 2023-24 cohort of Emirati Top Achievers, I am confident
that the future of our emirate is in good hands. The dreams and aspirations of our scholars align
with Dubai’s bold vision, and I am certain they will play a vital role in Dubai’s continued growth
and success. Through this scholarship programme, we are developing the next generation of
leaders who will contribute to the comprehensive development of our city, and we will ensure
that every student receives the support and guidance needed to excel at every step.”
The event was also attended by Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Director General of the H.H.
The Dubai Ruler’s Court; Abdullah Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary General of The Executive
Council of Dubai; Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of the Dubai Government
Human Resources Department; and Aisha Miran, Director General of the Knowledge and
Human Development Authority (KHDA).
The event also honoured 40 top-performing high school graduates from both public and private
schools across various curricula under the Top Achievers programme. Additionally, it celebrated
the 2024 graduating class of the Ruler’s Court Higher Education Scholarship, which recognises
outstanding Emirati high school graduates and covers various academic disciplines.
Sheikh Hamdan said: “We congratulate all our top-performing high school graduates from both
public and private schools, as well as their parents. I have full confidence in their ability to
continue their journey of excellence and achievement, contributing to a bright future for
themselves and their country.”
Addressing the students, H.H. added: “I encourage you to keep pursuing knowledge and lifelong
learning to build your capacities and achieve accomplishments that will benefit both our
community and the world.”
H.H. also met with parents of the students during the event and praised their efforts in raising a
generation of ambitious young Emiratis capable of competing globally and shaping the future of
the UAE. He emphasised that building and developing the skills of Emirati talents is an integral
part of Dubai’s strategy to enhance the emirate’s human capital, supported by an outstanding
education system that nurtures Emirati talent in line with Dubai’s economic priorities.
Aisha Miran, who chairs the scholarship programme’s steering committee, said: “Guided by the
vision and directives of our leadership, and as part of the Dubai Plan and its economic and
social agendas, the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme aims to empower
exceptional Emirati talent, build their capabilities, and enhance their leadership skills. We
congratulate this distinguished cohort of high school graduates from both public and private
schools who have been selected for the programme.”
She added: “The diverse academic specialisations the students have chosen, along with their
choice of and admissions into top universities globally, reflect their commitment to excellence
and their drive to shape a brighter and more prosperous future for their nation across all sectors.
The programme’s steering committee, in collaboration with our partners, will ensure that these
scholars receive continued support and mentorship throughout their academic journey. We are
confident that this cohort will be a valuable addition to Dubai’s Emirati talent pool, strengthening
the emirate’s global leadership position and helping to achieve its ambitious future goals.”
A total of 321 students applied for the scholarship programme in its inaugural year. The first
cohort of scholars was selected by the programme’s steering committee following a rigorous

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