Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth, and Community Development, welcomed Murad Al Sudani, Chairman of the Palestinian Writers' Association, at his Abu Dhabi residence on January 1, 2016. The meeting underscored the United Arab Emirates' commitment to fostering cultural ties and supporting literary endeavors in the Arab world.
During their discussion, Sheikh Nahyan emphasized the pivotal role of literature and the arts in promoting cultural understanding and preserving heritage. He reiterated the UAE's dedication to collaborating with cultural institutions across the region to advance shared artistic and literary objectives.