His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Chairman of the Education, Human Development and Community Council, on the occasion of the start of the 2025-2026 academic year, affirmed that knowledge is the true path to building the future of the UAE. He emphasized the importance of enhancing the status of the Arabic language, which is the core of our national identity, and the necessity of encouraging children to use it at home, school, university, and with their friends and colleagues. He also stressed developing their technical and creative skills, especially artificial intelligence skills, which have become part of the curricula, while ensuring their conscious and responsible use. Knowledge is the real path to building the UAE’s future. He highlighted the crucial role of parents as essential partners with schools in the success of their children.

The integration of family with school and university is fundamental to instilling national values and good morals in students, preparing them to be role models in society and leaders of tomorrow.