UAE Minister Noura Al Kaabi Highlights Commitment To Diversity And Dialogue At Monocle’s Quality Of Life Conference

Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, participated in Monocle's tenth Quality of Life Conference in Barcelona. She engaged in a discussion with Tyler Brûlé and Andrew Tuck from Monocle magazine. The conversation focused on how the UAE's principles of openness and coexistence shape its diplomatic and international strategies.

Al Kaabi highlighted the UAE’s dedication to openness and dialogue as central to its progress. She stated that embracing diversity is crucial for building a peaceful society. This belief guides the country's diplomatic efforts, fostering a world where peace and prosperity thrive through mutual understanding.

Illustrating her point, Al Kaabi mentioned the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi. This initiative symbolizes interfaith dialogue and mutual respect within the UAE. It reflects the nation's commitment to peaceful coexistence among different faiths, promoting harmony and understanding.

She also discussed UNESCO’s "Revive the Spirit of Mosul" project, which received US$50.4 million from the UAE. This project highlights how shared cultural heritage can promote peace and mutual understanding, demonstrating culture's power to unite diverse communities.

Al Kaabi addressed current global issues, stressing the need for unity against hate speech and racism. She cited the UAE’s role in co-authoring UN Security Council Resolution 2686 as an example of international cooperation to combat intolerance and prevent conflict.

She further emphasized the importance of dialogue and diverse perspectives both locally and globally. Al Kaabi stated, "Through global events and collaborative platforms, the UAE will continue to champion inclusiveness, cultural exchange, and genuine people-to-people connections as foundations for peace, stability, and prosperity."

Monocle's Quality of Life Conference

The Quality of Life Conference by Monocle serves as a premier global forum. It gathers visionaries, thought leaders, and innovators annually to discuss creating inclusive cities with opportunities for all. The event fosters sharing diverse perspectives on building resilient societies worldwide.

The conference underscores how shared values can guide international cooperation towards a more inclusive future. By promoting dialogue and cultural exchange, it aims to build societies where everyone can thrive peacefully.

With inputs from WAM