His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has officially approved the formation of a new Board of Directors for the prestigious 'Young Arab Leaders' initiative.
The board, chaired by Khalfan Juma Belhoul, CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation, includes 11 influential figures from across the Arab world bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in fields such as business, technology, and social innovation.
. @HamdanMohammed approves the formation of Board of Directors of ‘Young Arab Leaders’ initiativehttps://t.co/PhCtb2VIxI pic.twitter.com/TCQ49Ju0TR
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The initiative, launched 20 years ago by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, aims to empower young Arabs to take on leadership roles and contribute to the region’s development.
The vision is to attract 50,000 participants and nurture innovation through skill development and leadership opportunities. With a focus on shaping the future of Arab societies, it seeks to inspire positive change and provide young leaders with the tools to drive progress across various sectors.
The new board will guide the initiative’s expansion and ensure it continues to support the region's emerging talent.

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