UAE President Hosts McGill University Delegation from Canada

Post by : Elena Malik

Photo : Abdulla Al Bedwawi/UAE Presidential Court

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates received a distinguished delegation from McGill University, Canada, at the majestic Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. Among the delegation were esteemed officials from the university. 

During the meeting, His Highness emphasized the UAE's strong commitment to forging partnerships with leading educational institutions worldwide, underlining the importance of nurturing top-tier national talent, particularly in the domains of science and technology. His Highness underscored the significance of investing in youth who embody creativity and innovation, aligning with the UAE's developmental vision, which places youth at the forefront as the nation's most valuable asset.

In response, the delegation expressed gratitude for the opportunity to meet with His Highness the President, acknowledging the UAE's dedication to advancing science and technology as integral components of its forward-looking agenda for sustainable development.

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Notably, in 2015, the Crown Prince Court in Abu Dhabi collaborated with McGill University to establish the McGill-UAE Fellowships in science and engineering. This program aims to support Emirati scholars pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields at McGill University. Exceptional Master's and PhD students benefit from the fellowship, which includes training opportunities at distinguished scientific and engineering organizations, as well as educational visits within and outside Canada under university supervision.

The Majlis was attended by esteemed dignitaries including His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, along with H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), and other prominent figures. This gathering underscored the UAE's steadfast commitment to fostering educational excellence and global partnerships, laying the foundation for continued advancements in science, technology, and innovation.