‘This generation has to work hard, equip itself with science’

Abu Dhabi / WAM

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, delivered a speech at the conclusion of the Mohamed bin Zayed Majlis for Future Generations, a gathering for the youth being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
He conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to the participating students from Emirati universities and educational institutions.
A short film screened at the gathering depicted three types of people: tree leaves, branches and roots. The message the film sends across is that roots can weather storms, while leaves and branches are blown away. People who are like roots can be a solid source of support at times of crisis, while the absence and presence of those who are like leaves and branches make no difference for others.
“Yours is a journey of a generation for the whole nation. This generation has to work hard and equip itself with science so as to take the lead. You are a significant generation. We are honoured to have you. You are the source of good fortune for your country,” HH Sheikh Mohamed told the participants.

Mohamed visits
interactive exhibition
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, visited on Wednesday the Mohamed Bin Zayed Majlis for Future Generations, where he participated in an interactive discussion.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed attended an interactive lecture entitled: “Balance between Sports and Studying” by Myron Rolle, former US football player and an Oxford University graduate.
He then visited several pavilions at the exhibition, such as “Al Bayt Mitwahid” Association and listened to a briefing by Abdullah Al Niyadi, Chairman of Executive Committee of the association, on the main projects achieved across the UAE Emirates, totalling 22 initiatives in four main fields: Unity, Healthy life, science and innovation, and support to the needy, in addition to communicating with more than 5,000 students
during a variety of events and
educational projects.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed also visited the Emirati Youth Council pavilion, where he was briefed by organisers on the council’s goals, activities and events that support youth capacities, empower them in various fields and encourage them to positively participate in the discussion and identification of
various challenges to come up with creative solutions to serve the nation and the citizens. He got acquainted with the initiatives of the council, which includes 20 sub-councils nationwide. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed on the youth agenda and initiatives.
He also toured UAE Youth Ambassadors’ pavilion, an initiative that aims at developing youth skills, raising their capacities to be able to work in prominent positions in the main economic sectors, lead strategic partnerships and promote bilateral ties between the UAE and other countries. The programme
select students from the UAE
Universities as per specific and scientific standards.
Sheikh Mohamed also met students participating in the programme and was introduced to their ideas and experiences. He urged the students to benefit from these experiences, stressing that the UAE’s future is bright due to its loyal and serious youth who are keen to acquire high levels of knowledge and preserve their cultural identity.
He concluded his tour by visiting the pavilion of Cognitive Technology Solutions. The company, located in Abu Dhabi, is working on a joint project between Mubadala Development Company and IBM to bring the Watson Technology Cognitive Computing System to companies in the Middle East and North Africa.
Sheikh Mohamed was accompanied by Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Education Council, and Mohammed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Under-Secretary of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court.