Paris:On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, Her Excellency Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, led the UAE delegation to the Paris Peace Forum 2026. In her address at the ministerial roundtable titled “Children First Making the Case for Investing in Children,” H.E. Al Kaabi emphasized the UAE’s dedication to enhancing child well-being through a comprehensive approach that integrates health, education, protection, and family support.
According to Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation, Her Excellency spotlighted the UAE’s Year of the Family 2026 and the nation's efforts to bolster child protection in the digital realm. She also discussed international initiatives designed to improve access to education and healthcare for at-risk children. Al Kaabi reiterated the UAE’s commitment to the Children First Declaration, urging the transformation of international pledges into tangible actions via sustained partnerships and cohesive policies prioritizing children’s well-being in development agendas.
In another session commemorating the decade milestone of the International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage in Conflict Areas (ALIPH), titled “10 Years of ALIPH Heritage Preservation as an Instrument of Diplomacy,” H.E. Al Kaabi reaffirmed the UAE’s enduring commitment to cultural heritage preservation as a tool for fostering dialogue, enhancing community resilience, and promoting peace.
Her Excellency acknowledged the importance of the UAE–France collaboration in founding ALIPH, reflecting on the vital role of international cooperation in safeguarding cultural heritage, especially in conflict-affected regions. She further detailed the UAE’s global heritage preservation contributions, including the restoration of historic sites in Mosul, Iraq, and highlighted the need to fortify international alliances and utilize innovation to tackle emerging cultural heritage challenges.
The UAE’s engagement in the forum underscores its ongoing dedication to fostering international dialogue, bolstering multilateral collaboration, and supporting initiatives that advance peace, stability, and sustainable development.
