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UAE President honours global dignitaries for contributions to success of COP28
His Highness emphasised that the legacy of sustainability established by the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan , is a cornerstone of the UAE's efforts to support sustainability, promote effective climate action, and ensure equitable economic and social development for a better future for humanity.
He praised the spirit of cooperation demonstrated by the world during COP28 and the unity of nations in addressing one of the most pressing global challenges. His Highness reiterated the UAE's commitment to enhancing international cooperation and its constructive role in advancing climate action to find practical solutions to climate challenges by leveraging the achievements of COP28 .
The ceremony was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan , Adviser for Special Affairs at the Presidential Court; Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber , Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President; Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Hamed , Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO), and a number of officials.
The event also honoured the late Prof. Saleemul Huq, a member of the
COP28 Presidency Advisory Committee. His Highness Sheikh
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan presented the award to Prof. Huq's wife, son, and daughter in recognition of his distinguished efforts and contributions to operationalising the Loss and Damage Fund. Prof.
The honourees of the First Class Order of Zayed II were:
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