Arab Youth Leaders Program Empowers Future Diplomats

Abu Dhabi: The Arab Youth Center concluded the 4th Arab Diplomatic Leaders Program under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. The ceremony, held in Abu Dhabi, was attended by His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, and Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ajman Planning and Municipality Department.

The program celebrated the graduation of 46 young diplomats representing 13 Arab countries, marking another milestone in the UAE’s commitment to strengthening Arab diplomatic cooperation.

Organised in collaboration with the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy, this year’s edition focused on economic diplomacy and international trade—key areas shaping the global landscape. Participants received in-depth training on global trade policies, economic agreements, and techniques for managing multilateral economic negotiations.

During the event, Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed reaffirmed the UAE’s dedication to empowering Arab youth, emphasizing the importance of preparing them to responsibly represent their nations in international forums.

The initiative reflects the UAE’s ongoing efforts to nurture a new generation of diplomatic leaders equipped with the vision, knowledge, and adaptability to navigate complex global challenges—strengthening both Arab unity and international engagement.