H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, emphasised the value of higher education and its role in developed societies, applauding universities for their efforts in supporting the academic sector and providing the labour market with a qualified workforce.
He made his statement while attending the graduation ceremony of 225 students from various scientific specialisations – the Class of the “Year of Sustainability 2023” – at the University of Science and Technology in Fujairah, in the presence of Sheikh Dr. Rashid bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Chairman of Fujairah Culture and Media Authority; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Director of Fujairah E-Government Department; and Saeed Mohammed Al Raqbani, Special Advisor to the Fujairah Crown Prince and Vice President of the University’s Board of Trustees.
The Crown Prince of Fujairah praised the scientific progress seen across higher education institutions in Fujairah – guided by the vision and support of H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah – which further drives the UAE’s development and puts these local institutions on par with their international counterparts.