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Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and
Ruler of Dubai, to invest in people to achieve real and sustainable development, aligning with the goals of
the Dubai Social Agenda 33.
Sheikh Hamdan commended the Emirati students selected under the scholarship programme for the 2024-
25 academic year during an orientation session held today at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Dubai. “Today
marks the beginning of a new journey for a group of exceptional students who will pursue their higher
education at world-renowned universities through the Hamdan bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme,
guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed 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 His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Director General of the HH
Top Achievers programme
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, His Highness 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.”
His Highness 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.
Comprehensive backing
HE 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
