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landscape within a global context and explores local design approaches developed over time in
response to food scarcity.

"This project aligns perfectly with the UAE's National Food Security Strategy, which aims to make
the country one of the top-ranked globally in the Global Food Security Index by 2051," he added.

Sheikh Salem concluded, "The UAE's participation in the Venice Biennale was not merely a
showcase of architectural creativity, but a clear message to the world - affirming our unwavering
commitment to sustainability and food security. It reflects our efforts to embed environmental
awareness across all aspects of cultural work and highlights the ability of UAE talent to craft
innovative solutions rooted in our national heritage, leveraging arts, creativity, and innovation as
powerful tools to advance sustainability, environmental stewardship, and food security."

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