MOFA and ADMAF Renew Commitment to Strengthen UAE’s Cultural Diplomacy

Wed 04/12/2024
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) have reaffirmed their commitment to cultural diplomacy by signing a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today. 
 
Her Excellency Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Her Excellency Huda Al Khamis-Kanoo, Founder of ADMAF and Artistic Director of the Abu Dhabi Festival, signed the agreement, reflecting theirshared dedication to enhancing the UAE’s global cultural presence.
 
The memorandum reaffirms the partnership between both entities in advancing the UAE’s leadership in arts and culture and builds upon the initial agreement signed in March 2018.
 
Her Excellency Al Kaabi said: "The UAE is committed to promoting dialogue, friendship, and cooperation with nations worldwide while showcasing our nation‘s rich heritage, values, and artistic achievements through joint initiatives.

This renewed commitment for collaborationbetween MoFA and ADMAF supports the UAE’s leadership in promoting the values of openness and peace, and building bridges of international cooperation and cultural exchange, reinforcingthe UAE’s rich heritage and contemporary artistic contributions.”
 
Her Excellency Al Khamis-Kanoo added: “Under the honorary founding patronage of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Founding Honorary Patron of Abu Dhabi Festival, we continue our sustainable cultural journey and thank the ongoing efforts of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its diplomatic missions for supporting our programs abroad.”
 
Her Excellency continued: “Guided by the vision of our wise leadership, we contribute to enabling cultural diplomacy, strengthening the UAE’s global presence, and upholding the values of diversity and understanding through our strategic partnerships, which today total 37 partners from major institutions and festivals worldwide.

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