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effective regulation and ensuring that platforms are subject to proportionate

and enforceable obligations aligned with the level of risk they may pose to child

safety.

She added that the first phase will focus particularly on social media platforms

and age-based access management, given their high influence and widespread

use among children, paving the way for a gradual implementation covering

other digital services in accordance with risk assessments.

She explained that empowering families is a cornerstone of this path by

providing simple and practical tools that enhance parents’ ability to manage

their children’s use of digital devices and applications effectively, alongside

raising awareness among children and caregivers and promoting safe and

responsible use of digital platforms.

As part of the Council’s meeting agenda, Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri, Minister

of Education, presented the latest developments in public education, such as

the development and alignment of educational frameworks and policies that

contribute to the establishment of a clear national reference
for school education. These also define the profile of the learner in the UAE in

a way that reflects national identity and aligns with future requirements and

leadership aspirations.

In addition, the Minister of Education emphasised the importance of

strengthening coherence across all components of the education system,
including the national curriculum, assessment and examination frameworks,

and strategies for the development, qualification, and empowerment of

educational personnel.

She noted that such alignment ensures the integration of policies, plans, and

initiatives within a phased and interconnected framework, thereby enhancing
the quality of educational outcomes and ensuring alignment with societal needs

and national priorities.

She also presented the results of student standardised assessments,

including Arabic language evaluation outcomes, underscoring the importance

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