The President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has ordered the launch of the "Zayed Humanitarian Legacy" initiative, valued at 20 billion dirhams, dedicated to humanitarian efforts in the most underserved communities around the world. This comes in conjunction with "Zayed Humanitarian Work Day" and the twentieth anniversary of the passing of the founder, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
The launch of this initiative reinforces the humanitarian values embodied by Sheikh Zayed and extends his human legacy of giving and contribution to humanitarian work globally. The global humanitarian initiative aims to provide a better quality of life for the most needy communities to build a prosperous future and achieve sustainable development.
This initiative confirms the UAE's commitment to the approach of Sheikh Zayed (may God rest his soul) in contributing to community building and supporting vulnerable groups, with millions set to benefit from the support provided. The initiative's launch comes amid current global circumstances, where humanitarian work has become more vital than ever to address challenges posed by global health and economic crises; it is a fundamental pillar in confronting these challenges and achieving stability and development.
The initiative embodies the comprehensive humanitarian vision adopted by the United Arab Emirates, as the country seeks to achieve sustainable development and social and economic advancement for the most needy populations worldwide. Through this global initiative, the UAE strengthens its position as a global humanitarian force actively contributing to achieving peace, stability, and comprehensive prosperity for all humanity.
