UAE President announces $100 million to support development projects in countries affected by irregular migration

UAE President announces $100 million to support development projects in countries affected by irregular migration

Sheikh Mohamed, during his speech at International Conference on Development and Migration, backed initiatives proposed in the Rome Process

Photo session during the International Conference on Development and Migration at Palazzo della Farnesina during a working visit to Rome. Photo: WAM

By WAM Published: Sun 23 Jul 2023, 6:40 PM

The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, participated today in the International Conference on Development and Migration, which took place in the Italian capital, Rome.

The conference was inaugurated by Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy, in the presence of heads of state, government ministers, and representatives of regional and international organisations concerned with migration and its humanitarian, social and economic impact.

The conference focused on the challenges presented by irregular migration and emphasised the urgent need for integrated solutions to address its root causes. Participants stated the importance of intensifying international cooperation to safeguard the wellbeing of migrants and protect their dignity, highlighting the fact that thousands of lives are lost each year through irregular migration. The conference also explored the links between migration and socio-economic development and stability in the migrants’ countries of origin.

Upon his arrival at the conference, which was held at the headquarters of the Italian Ministry