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Dubai /Â WAM
The challenges faced by the conflict-ravaged Arab region require a special approach, based on comprehensive solutions such as empowering national capabilities and preparing them to make a better future, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, while attending a session of the Arab Strategy Forum.
The forum, which opened on Wednesday in Dubai, also saw the presence of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai; Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and The Future, and a number of officials, thinkers and decision makers from across the world.
“The countries of the region are required to improve the capabilities of their people and prepare them for the future. Understanding and preparing for the future remains critical to our approach for prosperity in the face of political and economic change,” His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid added.
He further said: “Embracing the future and facing its political and economic changes requires wisdom, development and faith in our nation and region.”
There are huge opportunities to build a promising future for the people of the Arab region, he said in conclusion.
VP, Cameron discuss ways to enhance security
Dubai /Â WAM
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has received the former British Prime Minister, David Cameron, who is participating in the Arab Strategy Forum in Dubai.
HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai attended the meeting. Sheikh Mohammed and Cameron exchanged views on cooperation between the UAE and the UK. They also discussed the latest developments in the region and ways to enhance security and peace pillars through the activation of international cooperation and the UN role in this field.
The meeting was also attended by Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and The Future, Lt. General Dahi Khalfan Tamim, Deputy Chairman of Police and General Security in Dubai, and Khalifa Saeed Suleiman, Director-General of the Department of Protocol and Hospitality in Dubai.