Ministry Of Culture And Emirates Association For Social Development Sign Cooperation Agreement To Enhance Cultural Development

The Ministry of Culture and the Emirates Association for Social Development in Ras Al Khaimah have entered into a cooperation agreement. This partnership aims to enhance national collaborations and support cultural growth. It also seeks to expand cultural and social awareness programmes, empower youth, and strengthen the national identity. The agreement was signed by Mubarak Al Nakhi and Dr. Mohammed Abdul Latif Khalifa, with key officials present.

Under this agreement, both organisations will collaborate on cultural and community initiatives. They plan to conduct events and training workshops focusing on national identity, heritage, and culture. Additionally, they will work together on research projects, share expertise, and support various community initiatives to increase cultural awareness across different societal groups.

Mubarak Al Nakhi expressed that this partnership underscores the Ministry's dedication to building effective relationships with community institutions. He stated, "This agreement reflects the Ministry’s commitment to nurturing effective partnerships with community institutions, which is crucial to strengthening the national cultural landscape." He emphasised that cultural development is a shared responsibility that helps raise awareness and positively shape individuals.

The agreement places emphasis on nurturing Emirati talents by advancing national cultural and artistic programmes. It aims to empower community associations by providing access to specialised cultural content. Furthermore, it encourages collaboration in documentation, publishing, and organising joint cultural events.

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Latif Khalifa highlighted the significance of institutional cooperation in achieving sustainable cultural and social development. He remarked that the Association values this partnership greatly as it paves the way for innovative community initiatives.

Commitment to National Identity

This collaboration reflects the Ministry of Culture's ongoing efforts to create an inclusive cultural ecosystem. It aims to strengthen ties with civil society institutions while reinforcing culture's role in empowering individuals. The agreement also seeks to consolidate values such as social belongingness, loyalty, and national identity.

Mubarak Al Nakhi added that this partnership enables them to expand cultural engagement further. He said it allows for launching programmes that bolster national identity and support community involvement while introducing new ventures aligned with 'We the UAE 2031' Vision objectives.

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Latif Khalifa noted that this agreement highlights the importance of institutional cooperation in achieving sustainable development goals. His Excellency mentioned that it will pave the way for pioneering community initiatives.

With inputs from WAM