Overview
- The leadership approved the National Agenda for Family Growth 2031 and directed that 2026 be designated the Year of the Family.
- A national team comprising more than 20 federal and local entities will implement three tracks focused on policies and programs, behavioral interventions, and reproductive health.
- Officials reported that 91% of Emirati citizens own homes after 221,000 housing aids worth AED 236 billion, with projected needs of 100,000 additional homes by 2030 and 541,000 by 2071.
- The government launched the AI‑supported Unified Emirates Numbers platform and introduced an AI readiness indicator to provide real‑time data for policy coordination.
- The meetings also honored national teams including the UAE UN mission, the Expo 2025 Osaka pavilion team, and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, alongside cultural activations such as Dubai Design Week, music‑sector consultations, and new transport projects exceeding AED 170 billion through 2030.