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Hi Dubai
30-04-2025
- Health
- Hi Dubai
UAE Aid Agency Explores Partnership with Swiss Counterpart to Boost Global Humanitarian Impact
The UAE Aid Agency has initiated talks with the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation to strengthen joint efforts in global humanitarian and development work. The discussions took place on the sidelines of the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD), where both sides explored opportunities to collaborate on critical global challenges. The goal is to align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and expand the reach of humanitarian assistance to vulnerable communities worldwide. Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, and Patricia Danzi, Director-General of the Swiss agency, led the meeting. Both parties emphasized the need for coordinated action to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of aid delivery. The talks focused on areas including education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure development. By pooling resources and expertise, the agencies aim to improve living conditions and create long-term, sustainable impact in underserved regions. This initiative marks a step toward deeper international collaboration in humanitarian affairs, as the UAE continues to position itself as a key global player in aid and development. News Source: Emirates News Agency
TAG 91.1
20-04-2025
- Politics
- TAG 91.1
UAE to build mosque and cultural centre in Chad
The UAE Aid Agency has signed an agreement to build a mosque and a cultural centre in Chad's capital N'Djamena. The agreement was signed by Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, and Tahir Hamid Nguilin, Chad's Minister of Finance, Budget, Economy, Planning, and International Cooperation. According to the agreement, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque will be built on an area of 5,000 square meters and will accommodate 10,000 worshippers — 5,000 inside the mosque and 5,000 in the courtyard and surrounding area. The facility will also include a public library and a religious school for teaching the Holy Qur'an and Islamic studies. The Cultural Centre will be built on a dedicated area of 2,000 square metres. It will include 16 classrooms, administrative offices, multi-purpose halls for lectures, workshops and cultural activities, and a library. The Centre will organise Iftaar meals, distribute sacrificial meat during Eid, offer training courses, and host joint Emirati-Chadian national events. Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan stated said, 'The UAE continues to push its civilisational and humanitarian mission, founded by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and reinforced by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This mission emphasises the importance of international cooperation in development, reconstruction, and humanitarian aid, as well as enhancing cultural exchange between peoples and nations around the world — through establishing houses of worship and cultural centres regardless of race, colour, religion, belief, or geographic location.' 'The UAE has always been a pioneer in humanitarian, developmental, and charitable work, building bridges of culture, knowledge, and civilisational communication, and strengthening bilateral relations with various countries for the betterment of humanity. These efforts align with global priorities in advancing progress and prosperity and improving quality of life,' he added. Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri emphasised the national and global responsibility of the UAE Aid Agency in implementing development projects and initiatives, providing vital assistance, improving living conditions, and creating tangible and sustainable positive impact across regions and continents. He stressed that these responsibilities included the construction of mosques and cultural centres, early recovery and stabilisation programs after disasters and rapid humanitarian interventions. Tahir Hamid Nguilin expressed deep gratitude and appreciation of the government and people of Chad to the leadership, government, and people of the UAE for their humanitarian, developmental and charitable efforts in Chad, including the construction of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Cultural Centre in N'Djamena. He noted that these are not only iconic landmarks of worship and culture but also strong symbols of human connection and rich civilisational exchange, which promote joint action in various fields, particularly in enhancing spiritual values and fostering intercultural dialogue.
Sharjah 24
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
UAE signs agreement to build mosque and cultural centre in Chad
Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, was also present at the event. UAE and Chad formalise joint development agreement The agreement was signed between the UAE Aid Agency and Chad's Ministry of Finance, Budget, Economy, Planning, and International Cooperation. Dr Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, and Minister Tahir Hamid Nguilin represented their respective countries during the signing. Project details: Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Cultural Centre The Sheikh Zayed Mosque will span 5,000 square meters and accommodate 10,000 worshippers, including 5,000 within the mosque and 5,000 in the courtyard. The site will include a public library and a religious school for Qur'an and Islamic studies. The Cultural Centre, covering 2,000 square meters, will feature 16 classrooms, administrative offices, multi-purpose halls for events, and a library. It will also host Iftaar meals, distribute Eid meat, and facilitate training programs and Emirati-Chadian cultural events. Advancing UAE's humanitarian and cultural vision Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan emphasized that the initiative is part of the UAE's longstanding humanitarian and civilisational mission, rooted in the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and continued under the current leadership. He highlighted the UAE's commitment to building cultural bridges and fostering cooperation through development and humanitarian projects worldwide. A commitment to global development and dialogue Dr Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri reiterated the UAE Aid Agency's responsibility to execute impactful development initiatives. These include not only building mosques and cultural centres, but also early recovery efforts and rapid humanitarian interventions in times of crisis. Chad praises UAE's ongoing support Tahir Hamid Nguilin expressed Chad's deep appreciation for the UAE's contributions, particularly the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Cultural Centre. He described the structures as iconic landmarks that symbolise civilisational exchange and reinforce spiritual values and intercultural dialogue between the two nations.
Dubai Eye
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
UAE to build mosque and cultural centre in Chad
The UAE Aid Agency has signed an agreement to build a mosque and a cultural centre in Chad's capital N'Djamena. The agreement was signed by Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, and Tahir Hamid Nguilin, Chad's Minister of Finance, Budget, Economy, Planning, and International Cooperation. According to the agreement, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque will be built on an area of 5,000 square meters and will accommodate 10,000 worshippers — 5,000 inside the mosque and 5,000 in the courtyard and surrounding area. The facility will also include a public library and a religious school for teaching the Holy Qur'an and Islamic studies. The Cultural Centre will be built on a dedicated area of 2,000 square metres. It will include 16 classrooms, administrative offices, multi-purpose halls for lectures, workshops and cultural activities, and a library. The Centre will organise Iftaar meals, distribute sacrificial meat during Eid, offer training courses, and host joint Emirati-Chadian national events. Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan stated said, 'The UAE continues to push its civilisational and humanitarian mission, founded by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and reinforced by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This mission emphasises the importance of international cooperation in development, reconstruction, and humanitarian aid, as well as enhancing cultural exchange between peoples and nations around the world — through establishing houses of worship and cultural centres regardless of race, colour, religion, belief, or geographic location.' 'The UAE has always been a pioneer in humanitarian, developmental, and charitable work, building bridges of culture, knowledge, and civilisational communication, and strengthening bilateral relations with various countries for the betterment of humanity. These efforts align with global priorities in advancing progress and prosperity and improving quality of life,' he added. Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri emphasised the national and global responsibility of the UAE Aid Agency in implementing development projects and initiatives, providing vital assistance, improving living conditions, and creating tangible and sustainable positive impact across regions and continents. He stressed that these responsibilities included the construction of mosques and cultural centres, early recovery and stabilisation programs after disasters and rapid humanitarian interventions. Tahir Hamid Nguilin expressed deep gratitude and appreciation of the government and people of Chad to the leadership, government, and people of the UAE for their humanitarian, developmental and charitable efforts in Chad, including the construction of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Cultural Centre in N'Djamena. He noted that these are not only iconic landmarks of worship and culture but also strong symbols of human connection and rich civilisational exchange, which promote joint action in various fields, particularly in enhancing spiritual values and fostering intercultural dialogue.
