The National Library and Archives participates in Cairo International Book Fair with distinguished publications and national and cultural lectures

The National Library and Archives participates in the 53rd Edition of the Cairo International Book Fair from January 26 to February 6, 2022, with a distinguished collection of publications documenting the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region.  The National Library and Archives’ platform in the Cairo International Book Fair, which is one of the most important Arab and international fairs, reflects its keenness to bridge the distance between the reader and the memory of the Emirates, and to shed light on its cultural agenda and its important projects in the new phase of its rich history, which extends for nearly fifty-five years.

H.E. Abdullah Majid Al Ali, Acting Director General of the National Library and Archives said: "We are keen to participate in major book fairs with our publications which document our glorious history and heritage, and contain the accurate and documented information needed by researchers, academics and all those interested in the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region. The National Library and Archives will not only showcase its unique publications in terms of content and form, but it will also hold a series of virtual national and cultural lectures which will be delivered by a number of researchers, experts and specialists, and broadcasted concurrently with the book fair, and the opportunity to follow them will be available to all interested people wherever they are. We will also participate in other cultural events on the sidelines of the exhibition.”

He added: "The National Library and Archives’ platform reflects its active presence as it will showcase our most prominent publications which we proudly present to the world through this great cultural forum, along with many photographs, historical documents and documentaries which enlighten the book fair's visitors about aspects of the UAE's documented past and bright present. Moreover, it underscores the importance of participating in this major cultural event where diverse civilizations and cultures converge to enrich and broaden the intellect and allow for cognitive exchange.

His Excellency stressed that this participation in the Cairo International Book Fair, and in major cultural forums, shows the extent to which the UAE, as a beacon of culture and thought, is interested in disseminating its culture and taking advantage of other cultures. It welcomes the civilized produce coming from different countries of the world, and at the same time offers the world its pioneering experience in building a modern state and shaping the edifice of its unity with confidence and pride.

It is worth mentioning that the National Library and Archives preserves the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region and documents them in numerous books, periodicals and encyclopaedias, and that some publications review the biographies of the great leaders who founded and promoted the United Arab Emirates, and whose imprints are eternal, notably the Founder and Builder Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and his fellow the founding fathers. Furthermore, the National Library and Archives continues to document the lives of the Emirates loyal leaders in other publications as it is proud of their astounding achievements that dazzled the world.

The National Library and Archives participates in Cairo International Book Fair with distinguished publications and national and cultural lectures

The National Library and Archives participates in the 53rd Edition of the Cairo International Book Fair from January 26 to February 6, 2022, with a distinguished collection of publications documenting the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region.  The National Library and Archives’ platform in the Cairo International Book Fair, which is one of the most important Arab and international fairs, reflects its keenness to bridge the distance between the reader and the memory of the Emirates, and to shed light on its cultural agenda and its important projects in the new phase of its rich history, which extends for nearly fifty-five years.
H.E. Abdullah Majid Al Ali, Acting Director General of the National Library and Archives said: "We are keen to participate in major book fairs with our publications which document our glorious history and heritage, and contain the accurate and documented information needed by researchers, academics and all those interested in the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region. The National Library and Archives will not only showcase its unique publications in terms of content and form, but it will also hold a series of virtual national and cultural lectures which will be delivered by a number of researchers, experts and specialists, and broadcasted concurrently with the book fair, and the opportunity to follow them will be available to all interested people wherever they are. We will also participate in other cultural events on the sidelines of the exhibition.”
He added: "The National Library and Archives’ platform reflects its active presence as it will showcase our most prominent publications which we proudly present to the world through this great cultural forum, along with many photographs, historical documents and documentaries which enlighten the book fair's visitors about aspects of the UAE's documented past and bright present. Moreover, it underscores the importance of participating in this major cultural event where diverse civilizations and cultures converge to enrich and broaden the intellect and allow for cognitive exchange.
His Excellency stressed that this participation in the Cairo International Book Fair, and in major cultural forums, shows the extent to which the UAE, as a beacon of culture and thought, is interested in disseminating its culture and taking advantage of other cultures. It welcomes the civilized produce coming from different countries of the world, and at the same time offers the world its pioneering experience in building a modern state and shaping the edifice of its unity with confidence and pride.
It is worth mentioning that the National Library and Archives preserves the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region and documents them in numerous books, periodicals and encyclopaedias, and that some publications review the biographies of the great leaders who founded and promoted the United Arab Emirates, and whose imprints are eternal, notably the Founder and Builder Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and his fellow the founding fathers. Furthermore, the National Library and Archives continues to document the lives of the Emirates loyal leaders in other publications as it is proud of their astounding achievements that dazzled the world.

The National Library and Archives showcases its services in "Memory of the Nation" for visitors of Sheikh Zayed Festival

The Memory of the Nation pavilion with which the National Library and Archives participates in the Sheikh Zayed Festival 2021-2022, receives its visitors with a large panel displaying the services provided by the National Library and Archives to the researchers as well as archival units in the country's archival institutions, which include providing its publications, diagnosing and organizing archives, advising and diagnosing, and considering the destruction of useless documents.
In keeping with the mission of the National Library and Archives in "preserving the documentary heritage, to provide decision makers and the public with trusted information, and enhance civic spirit and national identity", the most prominent services listed in the panel which attracts visitors of the "Memory of the Nation" pavilion was the Archival Materials Request service, which involves providing archival materials such as photographs, historical documents, films and maps dealing with the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region to government institutions and researchers from inside and outside the country.
Services also include the Diagnose of Government Archives, which involves sending an archiving expert together with some staff members of the Government Archives section to assess the status of the archives, in light of the articles of federal law No. 7 of 2008 and its executive regulations. In this context, the National Library and Archives is interested in preserving the UAE’s documentary assets; thus, it provides the service of archiving and document management advice to government agencies in accordance with international standards adopted in the archive organization and document management.
As a partner in the national upbringing of generations, the National Library and Archives provides national educational packages that include delivering national lectures, supporting curriculum, special groups and people of determination, and organizing conferences, seminars, and workshops that promote the educational process to deepen values of loyalty and belonging to the homeland among students and all segments of society.
The National Library and Archives provides the necessary technical advice and scientific guidance in the field of oral history and genealogy, which includes delivering specialized lectures and training workshops for researchers, academics and students. Furthermore, it supports government agencies, academic institutions and embassies with its publications which cover history, heritage and national values, making them available for electronic sale, and in libraries. All these publications have been evaluated by experts and specialists before being issued.
The National Library and Archives welcomes research, studies and working papers that examine the history, heritage and values of the UAE and refers them to the Scientific Committee, which in turn permits publication based on the quality of the method, scientific approach, accuracy and sound language.
The National Library and Archives organizes exhibitions of historical documents and photographs with which it participates in national events with a view to raise awareness of the UAE’s history and heritage, some of which are organized at the request of third parties.
At the Emirates Library, the National Library and Archives provides researchers, academics, students and those Interested in UAE history with ample sources of information dealing with history of the UAE and the Gulf, references and sources, university research, rare books, and Arab and foreign periodicals in paper and electronic forms.
One of the most important services provided by the National Library and Archives is the destruction of useless documents in government archives and agencies, based on the articles of the law prohibiting the destruction of any document in government agencies without the approval of the National Library and Archives, which designated a committee for destruction affairs headed by the Director-General.
The National Library and Archives continues its efforts to upgrade its services, providing them in accordance with the latest standards and the most advanced technologies, and within the framework of its mission, functions and objectives.    

At the cusp of the next 50 years

The National Archives holds its leadership retreat and outlines its next strategic plan

The National Archives of the Ministry of Presidential Affairs held its leadership retreat 2021 under the theme "Accelerators and Transformational Projects", in which it stressed the importance of aligning its strategic plan with the strategy of the state and the guidance of the wise leadership that aspires the UAE to take the global lead on its centennial anniversary in 2071.

The retreat began with the speech of His Excellency Abdullah Majid Al Ali, Acting Director General of the National Archives, in which he said that this retreat is taking place at a pivotal stage, as we bid farewell to fifty years of civilized achievements which have impressed the world, and we are applying ourselves to continue the successful march in the next 50 years. We are all hopeful and optimistic that we will come up with creative ideas and future solutions consistent with the guidance of our wise leadership.

His Excellency appreciated the support provided by the Board of Directors to upgrade the National Archives and its future strategy, pointing out that the Leadership Retreat will discuss the transformational projects, adding that there will be stimulating creative ideas to shape the next stage in a creative and innovative style, and keep up with the great development that the UAE is experiencing while planning for a future in which it leads the world.

His Excellency praised the efforts of the employees and officials who made the National Archives a fortress of the memory of the nation, a national edifice, and a guide for all those who are interested in researching the UAE’s history and heritage, wishing this leadership retreat to achieve its desired goals.

The two-day leadership retreat stressed the importance of aligning the National Archives’ aspirations with the government's main goal of quality of life, integration with partner entities, and with what the UAE is achieving in the field of global competitiveness. It also underscored the need to continue its national role in light of the 10 principles adopted by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, for the next 50 years, and the need to make the most of the fourth industrial revolution, and the UAE National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 when the National Archives performs its duties in the future. Moreover, the retreat focused on the importance of providing digital services, developing human resources and qualifying leaders across the National Archives to achieve global leadership.

During the leadership retreat, the National Archives’ department directors presented their transformational projects, strategic and secondary objectives for the next phase and the new strategic plan 2022-2025, which will enhance the institutional reputation of the National Archives, archival, documentary and research work in the UAE, and achieve sustainability, creativity, innovation and excellence. Thus, the National Archives maintains the development of its institutional strategy and progress to keep its front row position on par with the world's leading archives.

The leadership retreat included some parallel events, as Mr. Ayman Attia reviewed future government trends, and Mrs. Hanan Al-Sammak spoke about quality of life and promoting mental health. Dr. Husniya Al Ali, Education Advisor, and Ms. Samar Al-Mashjari, Head of the Strategic Planning Office of the National Archives, shed light on their experience in the assessment field. The Al-Sayegh company gave a presentation entitled "National  Archives, Strategic Approach and Communication Plan.

At the cusp of the next 50 years
The National Archives holds its leadership retreat and outlines its next strategic plan

The National Archives of the Ministry of Presidential Affairs held its leadership retreat 2021 under the theme "Accelerators and Transformational Projects", in which it stressed the importance of aligning its strategic plan with the strategy of the state and the guidance of the wise leadership that aspires the UAE to take the global lead on its centennial anniversary in 2071.
The retreat began with the speech of His Excellency Abdullah Majid Al Ali, Acting Director General of the National Archives, in which he said that this retreat is taking place at a pivotal stage, as we bid farewell to fifty years of civilized achievements which have impressed the world, and we are applying ourselves to continue the successful march in the next 50 years. We are all hopeful and optimistic that we will come up with creative ideas and future solutions consistent with the guidance of our wise leadership.

His Excellency appreciated the support provided by the Board of Directors to upgrade the National Archives and its future strategy, pointing out that the Leadership Retreat will discuss the transformational projects, adding that there will be stimulating creative ideas to shape the next stage in a creative and innovative style, and keep up with the great development that the UAE is experiencing while planning for a future in which it leads the world.
His Excellency praised the efforts of the employees and officials who made the National Archives a fortress of the memory of the nation, a national edifice, and a guide for all those who are interested in researching the UAE’s history and heritage, wishing this leadership retreat to achieve its desired goals.

The two-day leadership retreat stressed the importance of aligning the National Archives’ aspirations with the government's main goal of quality of life, integration with partner entities, and with what the UAE is achieving in the field of global competitiveness. It also underscored the need to continue its national role in light of the 10 principles adopted by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, for the next 50 years, and the need to make the most of the fourth industrial revolution, and the UAE National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 when the National Archives performs its duties in the future. Moreover, the retreat focused on the importance of providing digital services, developing human resources and qualifying leaders across the National Archives to achieve global leadership.
During the leadership retreat, the National Archives’ department directors presented their transformational projects, strategic and secondary objectives for the next phase and the new strategic plan 2022-2025, which will enhance the institutional reputation of the National Archives, archival, documentary and research work in the UAE, and achieve sustainability, creativity, innovation and excellence. Thus, the National Archives maintains the development of its institutional strategy and progress to keep its front row position on par with the world's leading archives.
The leadership retreat included some parallel events, as Mr. Ayman Attia reviewed future government trends, and Mrs. Hanan Al-Sammak spoke about quality of life and promoting mental health. Dr. Husniya Al Ali, Education Advisor, and Ms. Samar Al-Mashjari, Head of the Strategic Planning Office of the National Archives, shed light on their experience in the assessment field. The Al-Sayegh company gave a presentation entitled "National  Archives, Strategic Approach and Communication Plan.

Developed a Comprehensive Strategic Plan and Discussed Ways to Establish a Clear Structure for its Sustainability

The National Archives Participates in the Meetings of the 34th Session of the General Secretariat of Gulf Documents and Studies Centers



The National Archives participated in the meetings of the 34th session of the General Secretariat of the Gulf Documents and Studies Centers, which were held in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The meetings reviewed the comprehensive strategic plan of the General Secretariat and presented ways to execute the 100-day plan to implement the initiatives and projects stated therein in addition to ways to establish a clear structure for its sustainability. The National Archives’ participation came as being one of the most prominent members of the General Secretariat and the National Archives is consisered one of the oldest archives in the Arabian Gulf region. Moreover the National Archives is concerned with preserving the memory of the UAE and the Gulf region.

The participation of the National Archives was manifested by the speech delivered by His Excellency Abdullah Majid Al Ali, Acting Director General of the National Archives, in which he stressed the importance of the 34th session’s meetings under the present exceptional circumstances of Covid-19 pandemic for discussing the great challenges that have to be confronted in order to advance the development of the documentation and research work in the GCC countries. These meetings can support the process of specialized scientific cooperation, develop work mechanisms and find the most appropriate solutions and the best ways to implement the strategy and objectives of the General Secretariat.

His Excellency invited the participants to the Libraries and Archives Conference, the National Archives will host in Abu Dhabi in 2022, which aims to provide the appropriate solutions to develop libraries and archives work, in preparation for hosting the largest archival event of the year, the ICA Congress, which Abu Dhabi will host in 2023.

Mr. Hamad Al Mutairi, Director of the Archives Department, reviewed the most important axes and recommendations of the comprehensive strategic plan and presented the National Archives’ vision for its implementation in addition to the most important features for the next phase and the plan’s accelerators.

The participants in the meetings discussed the comprehensive strategy of the General Secretariat prepared by the National Archives and the 100-day plan for implementing its initiatives and projects.

On a related level, the meetings discussed a number of topics on its agenda, stressed the importance of strengthening the archival and documentary work in the Gulf states; to make it a source and reference for decision-makers. It emphasized the importance of supporting the integration of archival and documentation work, unifying the vision for a coordinated archival work to benefit from joint Gulf experiences, working for knowledge and digital integration and archival efforts that stem from the historical and geographical integration of the GCC countries which will enhance its strength and presence among the global institutions.

The meetings also focused on the importance of preparing a study on the history of the Gulf states and unifying the archival terminology.

On the occasion of the UAE golden jubilee, the National Archives presents the UAE history and civilization, through Etihad Airways, to the people of the world.

The National Archives- in cooperation with Etihad Airways - announced the launch of some cultural and educational travelers’ services, through providing Etihad Airways with reliable documented information on the glorious history and ancient heritage of the UAE. This contributes to promoting the UAE distinguished status globally, and comes in line with the sixth of the ten adopted principles of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE for the next fifty years.

These cultural and educational services include providing Abu Dhabi Airport’s business class lounges with its publications so travelers may enjoy their time learning about the history and heritage of the UAE.



On the occasion of the UAE Year of the 50th, Etihad Airways receives its travelers arriving to UAE on its flights with various memory of the nation postcards presented as a gift by the National Archives. The cards depict the UAE’s different cultural and historic development aspects. This comes in line with the National Archives' national role and mission to provide documented information to the general public.

The National Archives’ publications provide documented information that brief the public on the challenges faced by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his brothers the Founding Fathers while striving to establish the Union and develop the UAE and its people. The UAE manifested civilization and prosperity is an irrefutable indication of the remarkable and overwhelming success they achieved in a record time.



The National Archives:

The National Archives of the UAE was initially established under the Ministry of Presidential Affairs in 1968 upon the directives of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, with the aim of collecting and documenting information on the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region. Forty years after its inception, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, issued Federal Law No. 7 of 2008 changing its name to be the National Center for Documentation and Research, entrusted with organizing the UAE government entities’ archives. Later, its name was again changed to be the (National Archives) in accordance with Federal Law No. 1 of 2014 issued by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE.

In conjunction with the country's golden jubilee
The Archive and National Library presents the history and civilizations of the Emirates to the peoples of the world through Etihad Airways 

In conjunction with the UAE's Golden Jubilee celebrations, the Archives and the National Library, in cooperation with Etihad Airways, announced the launch of some educational services for travelers that would provide them with documented information about the UAE's glorious history and ancient heritage. The ten principles adopted by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State - may God protect him - for the next fifty years.
The educational services announced by the Archive and the National Library, in cooperation with Etihad Airways, are represented by providing a large number of its publications in the business class waiting lounges at Abu Dhabi Airport so that travelers can spend an enjoyable time learning about the history and heritage of the Emirates.
On the occasion of the fiftieth Union Day of the United Arab Emirates, Etihad Airways received those coming to the United Arab Emirates aboard its flights with a number of commemorative postcards from the nation’s memory (Post Cards), presented by the Archives and the National Library. So every traveler gets some cards as a gift - and the cards show aspects of the cultural and historical development of the United Arab Emirates.
Thus, this cooperation between the Archives, the National Library and Etihad Airways is capable of occupying the travelers’ time with what is interesting and useful, and enriching the knowledge of those interested in the UAE’s past and precious heritage. On board the "Etihad" are people from all over the world. These educational services work to consolidate the country's reputation, and they present the documented word and the expressive historical image to the traveler.
The Publications of the Archive and the National Library present - in a sober and sweet manner together - documented information that tells the challenges faced by the late - God willing - Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his brothers, the founding fathers, while they were praising the edifice of the Union and working on building the human and the place, and they were able to achieve great success in A record time that was evident in the civilization and prosperity of the UAE.






Archive and National Library
The National Archives and Library of the United Arab Emirates at the Ministry of Presidential Affairs was established in 1968 based on the directives of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, God willing, with the aim of collecting and documenting everything related to the history and heritage of the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region. Forty years after its founding, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan - may God protect him - issued Federal Law No. 7 of 2008, transforming it into the National Center for Documentation and Research, and entrusting it with the tasks of organizing the archives of government agencies in the United Arab Emirates. 1 of 2014 AD issued by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him.

Numerics, Stamps and Exact Translation Other Windows for Documenting the Past
The Archives and the National Library reviews some methods of documenting the history and heritage of the Emirates

The Archives and the National Library organized three lectures on various topics within the framework of its awareness, educational and rehabilitation programme. The first was entitled: “Challenges of Historical Documentation of Coins”, the second: “History of Abu Dhabi Post 1963-1972”, and the third: “Translation Methods between Theory and Practice”. And based on its goals and mission, the Archive and the National Library aim through these lectures to open new windows on documenting the history and heritage of the Emirates, whether through coins, old stamps, or accurate translation.
The lecture "Challenges of Historical Documentation of Numismatics" - presented by Dr. Moataz Muhammad Othman, historian and researcher in the history of the Emirates - revolved around a number of axes, the most important of which are: the importance of money in the process of documentation, archiving and correcting history, the rich cultural resources available in the UAE, and the challenges facing researchers in narrating The history of the development of coins, and an overview of the history of the development of coins before and after the Islamic conquests... and others.
The lecture confirmed that coins reveal many details of civilizations because of the historical facts that testify to the time of their minting. For the sovereignty and influence of the Qawasim rulers over their land.
The lecture "History of Abu Dhabi Post 1963-1972" - presented by Eng. Khalid Ali Al-Ameera, President of the Emirates Philatelic Association - reviewed the most important issues of postage stamps in Abu Dhabi, and the seals that were used.
The lecture showed that at the end of December 1966, the British Post Office administration stopped operating the postal service in Abu Dhabi, and the Abu Dhabi government took over the postal administration since January 1, 1967.
The lecture touched on the opening of a post office branch in Al Ain, and reviewed with documented pictures the versions of the stamps that were decorated with pictures of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan - may God rest his soul in peace - and the issues of the first, second and third anniversary of the Sitting Day, and the issue of Expo 1970 AD.
In the lecture "Translation Methods between Theory and Practice", Prof. Siddig Johar, translation expert in the Archives and the National Library, spoke about some problems in translation, translation methods, and translation in the Arab world. He reviewed the names of some translators who have been victims of translation throughout history, and some translation dilemmas. On the importance of social tact in translation, citing some examples.








Archive and National Library
The National Archives and Library of the United Arab Emirates at the Ministry of Presidential Affairs was established in 1968 based on the directives of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, God willing, with the aim of collecting and documenting everything related to the history and heritage of the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region. Forty years after its founding, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan - may God protect him - issued Federal Law No. 7 of 2008, transforming it into the National Center for Documentation and Research, and entrusting it with the tasks of organizing the archives of government agencies in the United Arab Emirates. 1 of 2014 AD issued by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him.

مؤكداً مواصلة المسيرة في الخمسين عاماً القادمة
الأرشيف و المكتبة الوطنية يثري "ذاكرة الوطن" في مهرجان الشيخ زايد بالواقع الافتراضي

أثرى الأرشيف و المكتبة الوطنية منصة "ذاكرة الوطن" التي يشارك بها في مهرجان الشيخ زايد 2021-2022 بقسم خاص بالواقع الافتراضي VIRTUAL REALITY الذي يتيح للزائر فرصة الاطلاع على خمسة مشاريع حالية ومستقبلية رائدة؛ تؤكد أن دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة تسير بخطى واثقة نحو الريادة والصدارة، وهي تبدأ الخمسين عاماً الجديدة في مسيرتها المظفرة.
ويعدّ قسم الواقع الافتراضي في منصة "ذاكرة الوطن" من أبرز الأقسام الجاذبة للزوار من مختلف الأعمار، إذ يقدم المعلومة الموثقة عن مشاريع مهمة تعمل دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة على إنجازها، ويستطيع الزائر حالما يثبت النظارة الخاصة بهذه التقنية في رأسه وأمام عينيه أن يعيش لحظات ممتعة بين خمسة مشاريع مستقبلية هي: إكسبو 2020 في دبي، ومطار أبوظبي الجديد، ومتحف زايد الوطني، ومتحف جوجنهايم، وبيت العائلة الإبراهيمية، وهذه المشاريع الثلاثة الأخيرة في جزيرة السعديات بأبوظبي.
وقد اختار الأرشيف و المكتبة الوطنية هذه المشاريع لطابعها الوطني، وقيم إنسانية ومثالية، فمتحف زايد الوطني يروي سيرة المغفور له الشيخ زايد بن سلطان آل نهيان-طيب الله ثراه- ورحلة توحيده للدولة، وتاريخ المنطقة، وعلاقاتها الثقافية مع العالم، ويستعرض مراحل تطور الإمارات والتقدم السريع الذي شهدته في مختلف الميادين، ويطلع زوار المتحف على ثقافة وتاريخ دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة، وقصة حياة الشيخ زايد مؤسس الدولة، ومصدر إلهامها وتقدمها.
وأما مطار أبوظبي الدولي الجديد الذي يعتمد نظام السفر الذكي فهو متحف في الهواء الطلق، وهو يشكل تجربة جديدة رائدة تستهدف إسعاد المسافرين.
ويجسد "بيت العائلة الإبراهيمية" -الذي يتوقع أن يكتمل بناؤه في عام 2022- فضيلة التسامح التي تمتاز بها دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة، بوصفها بيئة ملائمة للتعايش والتآخي بين أبناء الديانات السماوية الثلاث.
ويعدّ متحف "جوجنهايم أبوظبي" منارة للفنون ومقراً للإبداع والابتكار، وهو من المتاحف الرائدة والأول من نوعه في المنطقة.
وقد أبهر إكسبو2020 دبي العالم بما فيه من أفكار وابتكارات، وقد شكّل هذا المعرض فرصة نموذجية لتبادل التجارب الناجحة والخبرات التي تمهد الطريق للعبور إلى المستقبل المنشود، ويمثل المعرض في جانبه الثقافي نافذة للاطلاع على حضارات العالم، ويحقق التقارب الفكري والثقافي بين الشعوب.

The National Archives enriches its "Memory of the Nation" platform at Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival with a virtual reality section, and stresses that it will resume its national march and role in the next fifty years.



The National Archives enriched its "Memory of the Nation" platform participating in Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival 2021-2022, with a special virtual reality section allowing visitors to view five of pioneering current and future projects which indicate that the UAE is progressing with steady and confident pace through its glorious march towards assuming its deserved leading and distinguished status in the next fifty years.

The virtual reality section at the "Memory of the Nation" platform is one of the most prominent sections that attract visitors of various age groups. It provides documented information about important projects that the United Arab Emirates is undertaking, and the visitor, using the virtual reality glasses can enjoy live pleasant moments learning about five future projects: Expo 2020 in Dubai, Abu Dhabi New Airport, Zayed National Museum, Guggenheim Museum, and the Abrahamic Family House, the last three of which are on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi.

The National Archives chose these national projects for their ideal human values and national dimension. The Zayed National Museum recounts the biography of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his glorious march towards the union of the UAE, the history of the Gulf region, and its international cultural relations with the world, it presents the UAE development stages and the rapid progress it witnessed in various fields. As for the new Abu Dhabi International Airport, which adopts smart travel system, it is an open air museum, and a leading new experience aiming at achieving travelers’ happiness.

The "Abrahamic Family House" - which construction is expected to be completed in 2022 – represents and reflects the UAE tolerance values, and favorable commendable environment of coexistence and fraternity between the three monotheistic religions’ people. The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Museum is a beacon of art and a hub of creativity and innovation, it is one of the leading museums and the first of its kind in the region. Moreover, the Expo 2020 Dubai dazzled the world with its innovative ideas, it is an ideal opportunity to exchange experiences and expertise that pave the way towards the desired bright future, and is a window through which one learns about the world’s civilizations, and achieves intellectual and cultural rapprochement between the various people of the world

The National Archives Celebrates the World Arabic Language Day and tackles the Arabic language in education, media and digital content, and perceives its future. 

In celebration of the World Arabic Language Day, the National Archives organized a virtual seminar entitled: “The Arabic Language and Challenges of Language Competition in the Twenty-first Century.” aiming at highlighting the UAE’s interest in enhancing the Arabic language richness and distinct status as a key national identity component, and for its important role in promoting the values of loyalty and belonging to the homeland and its wise leadership, and in preserving the memory of the nation.

The seminar topics were presented in the form of questions posed by Dr. Seddik Gohar, the National Archives’ Translation Expert, and answered by Dr. Jamal Maqableh, Arabic Language Department at the United Arab Emirates University, and Dr. Aisha Al Shamsi, Head of Arabic Language and Emirati Studies program at the Higher Colleges of Technology in Al Ain.

The seminar interactively addressed a number of themes, most important of which are: the Arabic language limitations, and the relation between Classic, colloquial Arabic, and its various dialects. It indicated that it is a deep-rooted language that still develops and thrives, one of the six official languages of UNESCO and that there are over four hundred million Arabic speakers around the world.

The seminar revealed that Arabic language digital content is significantly limited in the era of digitization and digital content contemporary mechanisms and policies, since it is equivalent to only 3% of other digital content, even that of other least prevalent languages exceeds the Arabic digital content percentage, so to what shall we attribute this?!

The seminar attributed the limited Arabic content to the lack of support and funding for projects concerned with Arabic language and knowledge dissemination, and of Arabic online tools, and because much of the Arabic content is merely cut and paste ... etc.

The seminar stressed the UAE interest in Arabic language and in educational institutions, and praised the wise leadership's efforts to enhance the Arabic language status.

The participants noted that the academic report launched last December by the UAE Ministry of Culture and Youth upon the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is considered an important reference for decision-makers; with its statistics and research shedding light on the importance of Arabic language and its future. The main report themes are: media and space, employing Arabic language in contemporary novels, Arabic language and technology, Arabic language and translation, using Arabic language in science and scientific research, university students attitudes and views in connection with Arabic language, Arabic language and other approaches, Arabic language and new world.

The seminar stated that 18 universities around the world, 23 Arab researchers, language institutions and academies, and many tech-companies participated in preparing this report. The seminar indicated that the Arabic language is expected to internationally rank fourth in 2025, and according to a French scolar there are currently 7000 languages in the world, only fifty of which are expected to survive and last in the third millennium, Arabic shall be one of them as an ancient widespread international heritage language. When European universities were established in 1490, there was an old historic saying that “ whoever wants to study medicine and science must master Arabic language since it is the language of science and education.

The seminar stressed the need to enhance Arabic language status in education, media, development and Education, and that can only be achieved through developing visions and policies, and supporting creativity and creative reading.