UAE Showcases Urban Development Model at World Urban Forum in Cairo

The Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence of the UAE, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan took part in the 12th WUF held in Cairo, Egypt from November 4-8. It took place under the auspices of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, and brought together executives from the region and around the world to promote sustainable development cooperation.

Sheikh Nahyan attended the meeting on behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of UAE, pointing to the country’s dedication to multilateralism, and its large involvement in the local and international discourse. He also stated that the UAE strives not only to disseminate its experiences in urban development but also to learn from the international best practices in the similar field and to enhance cooperation in sustainable projects.

The forum was aimed at finding solutions to the problem of the existing housing deficit which has become a major concern in many countries across the world. Sheikh Nahyan said the President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, extended his greetings to the Egyptian leadership and wished the forum to achieve its goal of supporting initiatives that help humanity. He pointed out that both the UAE and Egypt bear interest in partnerships and collaboration.

It can also be noted that the UAE had relevant and constructive meetings with world leaders within the framework of the forum, which allowed sharing experience and developing kick-assed for creating sustainable cities. Focuses was made on addressing the actual problems of the society like climate change, political unrests and poverty.

This event demonstrate UAE’s positioning as a global sustainable development hub and its readiness to provide realistic solutions to challenges of urbanization through innovation and partnership.