Dubai, UAE — TRENDS has curated key statements from influential political, social, and business leaders across the GCC, offering a glimpse into their vision for the future of the region.
Together we will continue building a better country, fulfilling our dream of prosperity, and unlocking the talent, potential, and dedication of our young men and women. We will not allow our country ever to be at the mercy of commodity price volatility or external markets.
Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia
By working, making efforts, and initiating actions today, we are ensuring that we leave behind a legacy of stewardship for future generations, just as our ancestors did for us.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi
How fast you go, how far you get, is in your hands. The bigger your vision, the bigger your achievement will be. Will you stumble on the way? Perhaps, but we cannot let fear keep us small. We have to be brave to be big.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, ruler of Dubai
With regards to international relations, the future of the region, the brotherly relations, neighborliness and friendship, we proceed from the interests of our country and its people as part of the Arab world.
Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Emir of Qatar
We are required to take care of the future of the young generation and work for introducing substantive changes to the world economic governance system.
Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, Crown Prince of Kuwait
Reform is the mission from which we shall not digress; it is an expression of belief and determination between us and our people.
Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain
It is high time that we unify our efforts towards improving the quality of people’s lives to realize all SDG pillar.
Said bin Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Saqri, Minister of Economy of Oman
We need a new mindset; one where building more equitable and tolerant societies is a collective ambition, a shared responsibility, and a common obligation of citizenship.
Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud, Saudi Arabian ambassador to the United States
It is vital that the next generation looks for careers in the industries of the future, so is developing the capabilities and opportunities of our youth.
Sarah Al-Amiri, UAE’s Minister of State for Advanced Technology, chair of the UAE Space Agency and the UAE Council of Scientists
Acting as if the future depends on us isn’t optional; it’s a must. And we have what it takes. We already have many of the solutions, and the ability to marry human and artificial intelligence – responsibly, I hope – to come up with those we don’t.
Rania Al Abdullah, Queen of Jordan
