Dubai: H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), emphasized the vital role of museums in nurturing mutual understanding and reinforcing a sense of connection among people. She stressed the increasing importance of places that preserve culture and shared human stories in today's world.

According to Emirates News Agency, Sheikha Latifa highlighted that museums provide an opportunity to engage with humanity beyond immediate external circumstances. She noted that culture remains a fundamental way for people to make sense of the world and connect across different generations and geographies. Sheikha Latifa remarked on the relevance of this year's International Museum Day theme, 'Museums Uniting a Divided World,' emphasizing that museums create spaces for understanding and appreciating differences, rather than erasing them.

In Dubai, a city characterized by its diverse backgrounds and experiences, museums play a crucial role in fostering mutual understanding and reinforcing the sense of connection that allows communities to thrive. Sheikha Latifa concluded by noting that as societies progress, museums serve as a reminder that progress should not come at the cost of memory or identity, and that societies should be rooted in their values while encouraging new generations to engage with the world.