The meeting focused on the strategic direction of the foreign aid sector, reviewed the 2024 Foreign Aid Report, and discussed programs aimed at empowering professionals in the humanitarian field.
His Highness Sheikh Theyab highlighted the significance of collaborative efforts among local entities to implement diverse humanitarian and development initiatives globally, in line with the UAE’s civilisational mission for development and prosperity, a vision established by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and reinforced by President His Highness Sheikh
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The UAE remains committed to its international humanitarian responsibilities, supporting communities in need and providing sustainable development solutions to address global challenges.
Sheikh Theyab emphasised the necessity of aligning the UAE’s humanitarian and development programs with national priorities and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education, healthcare, disease eradication, poverty alleviation, food security, economic growth, environmental protection, and biodiversity.
He remarked that the UAE’s extensive projects across various continents reflect its leading role in the global humanitarian and development sectors.
The meeting underscored the importance of institutionalising the UAE’s generosity as a model for international aid and development, while enhancing the dignity and prosperity of recipient communities. It also highlighted the UAE’s approach to leveraging resources, capabilities, and partnerships to support those in need.
The aim is to collaborate with partners to achieve sustainable humanitarian impacts, foster innovation, integrate foreign aid programs to create economic opportunities, and improve communication in humanitarian efforts.
Additionally, the meeting reviewed the Humanitarian Foresight Programme, designed to empower leaders by enhancing their skills, knowledge, and experience. This program equips participants with the latest scientific and technological advancements in humanitarian and development fields, aligning with national priorities and strengthening the capabilities of professionals in donor institutions and charitable organisations.
The council also expressed support for the Master of Arts in Humanitarian and Development Work at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy, aligning with its objectives to enhance specialised competencies among personnel in relevant humanitarian institutions, particularly the UAE Aid Agency.
The program aims to refine participants’ decision-making and multicultural team management skills, improve their capacity to manage humanitarian initiatives, and deepen their understanding of development and humanitarian studies in the context of international relations, law, diplomacy, and global priorities.
Attendees of the meeting included Shamma bint Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Community Empowerment; Faris Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Advisor at the Presidential Court; Dr Hamdan Musallam Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent; and Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development.
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