Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended on Wednesday evening a reception hosted by Nicolas Niemtchino, Ambassador of the French Republic to the UAE, to mark France’s National Day.
The reception was held at Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi and was also attended by Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, a number of officials, heads of Arab and foreign diplomatic missions accredited to the UAE, and a group of members of the French community living in the country.
Summer programmes reflect national vision
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak said the summer programmes of the Al Watan Fund are a living and practical embodiment of the wise vision and sound guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, may God protect him, who places investment in people, and the strengthening of the Emirati identity, religion and authentic values, at the top of national priorities.
He made the remarks following an extensive tour of Al Emarat Al Wataniya Schools and the Centres of Excellence for Technical and Vocational Training, which presented a bright image of the future of education by equipping students with technical, educational, health and vocational skills.
Review of the fourth edition
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak also followed the progress of the fourth edition of Al Watan Fund’s summer programmes, which are being held this year under the شعار “Proud of the UAE”. (WAM)