Latifa bint Mohammed inaugurates ‘Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity exhibition 2025
Her Highness Sheikha
Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and
Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), today inaugurated the latest edition of the ‘Dubai
Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity’ exhibition, being held under her
patronage at AREA 2071 in Emirates Towers.
Her Highness also met with a distinguished group of leaders representing key
government entities and innovation-driven organisations whose work is critical to
transforming ideas into scalable, real-world solutions. These included His Excellency
Marwan Ahmed Bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality; Dr. Amer Al
Sharif, CEO of Dubai Health; Dr. Saeed Al Mansoori, Director of the Remote Sensing
Department at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre; Faris Saeed, Founder and
Chairman of SEE Holding; Fadi Ghandour, Chairman of Wamda; Dr. Ozan Koseoglu,
Global Head at Siemens Energy; Ibtisam Al-Saadi, Director of Industrial Policies and
Legislation at the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology; Arif Al Amiri, CEO
of the Dubai International Financial Centre; Nadir Al Bastaki, Director General of the
Dubai Future District Fund; and Douraid Zaghouani, Chief Operating Officer of the
Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD).
During the meeting, Her Highness discussed the vital role of university-driven
scientific innovation in developing actionable solutions with real-world impact.
Her Highness then toured the ‘Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity’
exhibition, where she viewed a selection of the 100 showcased projects, chosen
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from thousands of submissions by students, graduates, and faculty from more than
1,200 universities across 120 countries. She was briefed on the exhibition, which
runs until 20 November and is being held in parallel with the fourth edition of the
Dubai Future Forum.
The ‘Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity’ initiative is held under the
directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE,
Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees
of the Dubai Future Foundation. The initiative is organised under the patronage and
leadership of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
A joint effort between Prototypes for Humanity, an Art Dubai Group initiative, in
partnership with Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the Hussain Sajwani – DAMAC
Foundation, and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the programme
supports university innovators from around the world to advance their science-
backed solutions towards real-world application and growth.
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
emphasised that the ‘Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity’ initiative has
reinforced its position as a leading platform that empowers innovation. She noted
that it has become a hub for exceptional ideas and inspiring projects, and a global
meeting point for young talents, experts, and decision-makers to exchange
perspectives and explore future opportunities.
Her Highness said: “This initiative continues to demonstrate humanity's immense
capacity for innovation. It reflects our belief in the power of creative thinking to uplift
communities and improve lives. By showcasing the dedication of the next generation
to developing practical solutions to today’s social and environmental challenges, the
initiative plays an essential role in shaping the future and reimagining what is
possible. It also underscores Dubai’s commitment to science, knowledge, and
research by turning exceptional ideas into impactful projects that serve humanity.
This vision opens new avenues for discovery and lays the groundwork for a more
sustainable future.”
Her Highness added: “Every major achievement begins with a single idea, and a
powerful idea can create a legacy that lasts. When that idea finds the right
environment to nurture it, it blossoms into something extraordinary. This reflects the
mission of this initiative, which reaffirms our commitment to supporting creativity,
empowering young talent, and advancing our shared aspirations for comprehensive
and sustainable development.”
Her Highness also highlighted the importance of partnerships and their vital role in
advancing the initiative’s goal, building bridges between innovative minds and
institutions, and opening new pathways for growth and knowledge exchange.
