Gulf Today, Staff Reporter
In a statement to mark International Youth Day, observed on August 12, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan said on his X account, "On International Youth Day, we celebrate the important role of youth in shaping a better future for our nation and world. Through their ambition and determination, youth are essential in accelerating progress towards a more sustainable and prosperous future for all, and the UAE is committed to investing in youth and empowering them to transform our nation’s growth."
Earlier, according to WAM, Sheikh Mohamed had said,’ "Empowering and investing in youth and preparing them with future skills and sciences is a fundamental pillar within the UAE’s comprehensive development vision. Youth are the strength, energy, ambition and true wealth. They are also the pillar of development and the leaders of tomorrow in their communities. They must acquire everything that enables them to contribute effectively to the progress of their country and create a prosperous future for it.”