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The agreement enhances friendly relations and cooperation between both
nations in sports, while also advancing strategic partnerships. The objective is
to leverage administrative and technical expertise and human and material

resources available to both parties. By developing joint programmes and
initiatives in collaboration with relevant organisations from both countries,
both entities aim to fulfil their strategic plans for sports development and
improve their performance across various aspects of sports-related efforts.

Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Education and Chairman of the
General Authority of Sports, and Ario Bimo Nandito Ariotedjo, Minister of
Youth and Sports of the Republic of Indonesia, signed the MoU in the
presence of Sheikh Suhail Bin Butti Al Maktoum, Executive Director of the
Sports Development Sector at the General Authority of Sports. Representatives
from the UAE sports sector and a high-level delegation from the Indonesian

sports sector were also present.

Dr. Al Falasi said, “The MoU reflects the joint commitment of both countries to
foster collaboration in sports by harnessing sports science, promoting

community sports, advancing school and university sports, and nurturing
competitive sports. Additionally, it seeks to improve the opportunities for
athletes and encourage their participation in regional and international
conferences, seminars, and sports forums on both regional and global levels.”

He added, “The agreement is pivotal in our continuous efforts to elevate the
sports sector by forming alliances with regional and global sports entities.
Through the exchange of specialised expertise, this agreement reinforces the
long-lasting bond between both nations and fosters cooperation among our
sports organisations. The key goal is to achieve shared sports objectives,

acting as a catalyst for attaining national sports achievements and achieving
further successes for UAE’s sports, aligning with the visions and ambitions of
our wise leadership.”

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