Statement by H E Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs on the one-year anniversary of H H Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan assuming the presidency of the state

Statement by H E Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs on the one-year anniversary of H H Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan assuming the presidency of the state

A year has passed since His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, assumed his post. This year constituted a qualitative phase in our Nation’s journey, a year filled with developmental achievements. Supporting people’s growth and building a sustainable future was its focus. The foundation for developing a country according to his vision is education and training, which helps people become valuable contributors to the progress of UAE society and the nation. This approach focuses on growing people and society together.

His Highness inherited the love of this land from the founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and believed in the importance of protecting the environment and its resources to ensure a sustainable and decent life for future generations. He oversaw the shift towards a sustainable economy and the goal of achieving climate neutrality. It began with progressing the transformation of various sectors, especially the energy sector, directing efforts to achieve food security, as well as employing creativity and innovation to build sustainable projects. Notable efforts include Masdar Clean Energy, joint initiatives with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund. All these projects constitute the first