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Director General of the General Authority of Sports, and other sports officials from both parties also
participated in the event.

The aim of the MoU is to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the field of sports between the signing
nations, using experience and knowledge exchange in various sports disciplines.

Within this framework, they seek to learn best practices for developing sports programs and
initiatives in mutual collaboration with the relevant organizations of both countries. Additionally, the
parties will exchange relevant experiences and audiovisual materials in different sports fields. They
will explore opportunities for collaboration in sports science, athlete preparation, and sports
personnel training, along with the discovery of new sports talents. This enhances the presence of
both countries in sports with highly skilled athletes, especially in individual sports.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Abu Dhabi during the significant meeting.
GENERAL AUTHORITY OF SPORTS
Concrete actions include the establishment of sports personnel training, the organization of national,
regional, and international conferences and seminars in both countries, as well as the exchange of
programs between institutions, authorities, and sports federations. Of course, the agreement
includes collaboration in the celebration of various sports events. Also, among the broad objectives
are initiatives in the fields of women's sports, sports for people with disabilities, community sports,
Paralympic sports, sports medicine, sports tourism, and anti-doping.

His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Education and Chairman of the General
Authority of Sports, stated: "The United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Bahrain have strong and
lasting relations in various fields. This memorandum demonstrates the aspirations of the two sister
nations to strengthen their cooperation in various areas, including supporting the sports talents of
both countries, promoting the sports sector, exchanging knowledge and experiences to boost
potential and athletic capabilities, and increasing opportunities for athletes to succeed."

Furthermore, His Excellency added: "Through this collaboration, we hope to lay the foundations for
strengthening our shared visions and creating sustainable grounds for productive cooperation and
partnerships between the numerous sports institutions of both nations. We are confident that this
MoU will serve as a catalyst for more innovation and growth in the sports industry, contributing to the
development of athletic talents, preparing them for numerous competitions, and helping them
succeed at the local, national, and international levels."

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