The UAE delegation was led by Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, and included Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, Minister of Culture. In her remarks at the ceremony, Al Kaabi expressed her gratitude to the Iraqi government and UNESCO for their productive cooperation, which made possible the successful reconstruction of Mosul’s historical and cultural sites. She highlighted that the UAE worked with partners in Iraq and UNESCO to make this project a model of international cooperation in safeguarding human heritage. Al Kaabi added: “Mosul is both a memory and a mirror of the lives and identity of its people. These efforts reflect a shared commitment by the international community to safeguard heritage and strengthen cultural ties.