Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, recently met with Makoto Fujiwara, Executive Director of Tokyo National Museum. The meeting focused on exploring avenues for enhancing cultural cooperation in the museum sector, particularly in research, education, and professional development.

According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions emphasized expanding cultural and knowledge exchange in museums and heritage. H.H. Sheikh Khaled highlighted the significance of fostering cross-cultural dialogue and building international cultural cooperation. He stressed the importance of initiatives that promote cultural diversity and educate future generations about the human and civilisational heritage of various nations.

The meeting further underscored the need for collaboration in museum-related activities. This includes the exchange of knowledge and expertise through joint training opportunities, capacity-building for museum professionals, and the development of joint exhibition programmes. These efforts aim to strengthen cultural dialogue between the UAE and Japan.

The meeting was attended by several key figures, including Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi); Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary-General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Office of the Crown Prince; Saood Al Hosani, Undersecretary of DCT Abu Dhabi; and Rita Aoun, Executive Director of Culture at DCT Abu Dhabi.