iPhone | iPad
Android
Huawei
Salama Saif Al Tunaji aspires to contribute to the field of children’s rights, aiming to enhance the status of Emirati youth both locally and globally
KT APPDOWNLOAD
Sheikh Mohammed meets with winners of 8th Arab Reading Challenge
The 7th edition in 2023 saw the participation of 24.8 million students from 46 countries
Photo: X/ Dubai Media Office
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, met with the winners of the 8th Arab Reading Challenge led by Ahmed Faisal Ali, the UAE champion of the Arab Reading Challenge, and Sulaiman Khamis Al Khadim who came first in the People of Determination category.
The Arab Reading challenge is the largest reading challenge of its kind in the world. The eighth edition saw participation from 28.8 million students from 50 countries.
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
In a statement, Sheikh Mohammed said, "Our continued support of reading initiatives stems from our belief that the first message from heaven that was sent down to us was the word 'read'... and that the secret of the development of nations and societies lies in the depth of their culture and knowledge."
Photo: X/ Dubai Media Office
Year after year, the Arab Reading Challenge has attracted more students. The first edition in 2015 saw the participation of 3.6 million students from 19 countries, while the 7th edition in 2023 attracted 24.8 million students from 46 countries.
The Ruler also congratulated the qualifiers who made it to the national level of the challenge, applauding their perseverance and urging them to continue reading.
Photo: X/ Dubai Media Office
He also extended his congratulations to their parents and teachers, who have played a key role in encouraging the students to be part of the world’s largest Arabic reading movement.
Photo: X/ Dubai Media Office
Photo: X/ Dubai Media Office
ALSO READ:
More news from UAE
The family’s future decisions will be handled by courts in the Emirates
Visitors will be able to gain VIP access to rides, attractions, shows, and parking at Global Village
This is the second flight to depart from Ramon airport, highlighting Emirates' efforts to provide advanced medical care to injured Palestinians
According to GCC residents, children in the region have more opportunities to learn and grow than in other developed countries
While mass weddings are deeply rooted in Emirati culture, expats in the Emirates are also embracing it as a way to manage expenses
New documentary features rare visuals and anecdotes from the leader's former training officers
With extended maternity leave, the government promotes healthier, happier families by prioritising the well-being of mothers