{"id":67405,"date":"2026-10-31T21:01:40","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T17:01:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uaebarq.ae\/en\/?p=67405"},"modified":"2026-10-31T21:01:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T17:01:41","slug":"ghobash-emirati-childrens-parliament-provides-national-platform-for-preparing-empowering-future-generations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uaebarq.ae\/en\/2026\/10\/31\/ghobash-emirati-childrens-parliament-provides-national-platform-for-preparing-empowering-future-generations\/","title":{"rendered":"Ghobash: Emirati Children\u2019s Parliament provides national platform for preparing, empowering future generations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), affirmed that the Emirati Children&#8217;s Parliament reflects the UAE\u2019s commitment to empowering children and enhancing their participation in the country\u2019s national development journey. It also aims to prepare generations who are aware of their rights and responsibilities, capable of expressing their views, and able to contribute their ideas and initiatives towards building the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a statement marking the announcement of the names of the new members of the Emirati Children&#8217;s Parliamentt for its third term, Ghobash said that caring for and empowering children are fundamental pillars of the UAE\u2019s development vision, which places people at the forefront of its priorities and recognises investment in younger generations as an investment in the nation\u2019s future and the sustainability of its achievements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He noted that providing children with a supportive environment that enables them to learn, participate, engage in dialogue and express their aspirations contributes to shaping their personalities, strengthening their self-confidence, and fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility towards their community and country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ghobash emphasised that the vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan places human development and the empowerment of future generations at the forefront of national priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This vision, he noted, is rooted in H.H.\u2019s belief that children are the foundation of the nation\u2019s future and a key pillar in sustaining its journey of development and progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He also highlighted H.H.\u2019s commitment to providing children with a safe, stable and prosperous environment, protecting their rights, developing their capabilities, and instilling in them the values of humanity, kindness, tolerance and peaceful coexistence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These efforts, he noted, contribute to preparing generations who are confident in their national identity, committed to their authentic values, and capable of innovation and active participation in shaping the UAE\u2019s future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He added that this vision reflects the UAE\u2019s approach to investing in people, expanding learning and empowerment opportunities for children, and providing them with platforms to express their opinions and participate in the country\u2019s national and civilisational development journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ghobash also praised the pioneering role of H.H. 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