To shape the future and confront the climate crisis

Within the strategic plans of the United Arab Emirates aimed at confronting climate change and the efforts of the UAE University to raise culture and environmental awareness to serve society, and establish a generation that understands the importance of the concept of sustainability in various fields and aspects of life,  the activities of the World Conference of the Parties “COP 28”

UAEU held a panel discussion “Impact of Cultural Indicators on Shaping Inclusive, Creative and Sustainable Cities” during its participation in the Conference of the Parties “COP 28”, in the presence of a wide range of interested people, experts, specialists, relevant authorities, faculty members and students, in the Green Zone, in Expo City Dubai.

Dr. Ali Al Ahbabi - Director of the Emirates Center for Public Policy and Leadership, explained, “This panel discussion aims to explore how cultural indicators influence the development of inclusive, creative and sustainable cities, through the use of cultural measures and data-based insights. This panel discussion also seeks to contribute to the formation of understanding about creating cities that are not only sustainable, but also diverse and culturally rich.

The participants in the panel discussion also addressed a number of topics, such as how to understand cultural indicators by stimulating an open dialogue about sustainable urban growth and cultural diversity. This highlights the essential role of culture not only in shaping vibrant and resilient cities, but also in promoting innovative approaches to overcoming contemporary urban challenges.

The participants also stressed the importance of urban sustainability in modern cities as a priority for the development of cities and achieving comprehensive development.