Minister of State at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Previously, Her Excellency Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi served as Minister of Culture and Youth, Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs, and President of Zayed University, where she established the College of Interdisciplinary Studies to prepare students for dynamic and future-focused careers. As a champion of the UAE’s cultural and creative industries, Her Excellency has advanced initiatives such as the National Creative Relief Program and the National Strategy for Cultural and Creative Industries, positioning the sector as a cornerstone of economic growth. On the international stage, she spearheaded the UAE’s successful bid to join UNESCO’s Executive Board and led efforts to restore Mosul’s heritage through the “Revive the Spirit of Mosul” initiative, exemplifying the UAE’s commitment to cultural preservation and global collaboration. Her Excellency holds key leadership roles, including Secretary-General of the Board of Trustees at the Kalimat Foundation and Board Member at Alef Education. She has also chaired twofour54, Abu Dhabi Media, and the UAE National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science. For her contributions to global cultural and diplomatic engagement, she has been awarded prestigious honors such as the French Legion of Honor and South Korea’s Gwanghwa Medal.
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