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UAE takes first steps towards 100-year plan

Abu Dhabi - We want the best government, the best education, the happiest society and the best economy in the world, Sheikh Mohammed said.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, started the journey towards realising the UAE Centennial 2071 goals.

The UAE Centennial 2071 strategy and highlights concluded the two-day UAE government annual meetings, held in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said: "In order to achieve our UAE Centennial 2071 objectives, we need to work together as a team, each taking a part in making the UAE the best country in the world. We believe in our national capabilities and seek to empower national cadres ready to lead the future, today."

He added: "We want the best government, the best education, the happiest society and the best economy in the world. We aspire to build a global economic powerhouse."

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed said: "The UAE has full confidence in, and supports completely, the young generation of our citizens who will pursue, and achieve, the UAE Centennial 2071 goals."

He added: "We aim to nurture and prepare our young people to be confident of their national identity, empowered with world-class education and able to pioneer the future, positioning the UAE among the world's leading countries. They will unleash their energies and dedicate their efforts to achieving excellence and realising the ambitious vision of our leadership."

UAE Centennial 2071 aims to secure a happy and prosperous future for many more generations by providing citizens with the highest academic opportunities, and endorsing positive and ethical communities.

The goals behind UAE Centennial 2071 are for the UAE to have the best education in the world, the best economy, the happiest communities, and the best government. Clear and practical steps will be outlined in order to achieve these goals with the highest standards and utmost efficiency.

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