Mansour bin Zayed forms National Committee for Union Narrative

Mandate and responsibilities of the Committee

The committee is designated as the sole accredited authority responsible for documenting the official historical narrative concerning the founding of the United Arab Emirates. It is tasked with overseeing the accurate documentation of events preceding and accompanying the establishment of the Union, drafting the official Union Narrative document, and ensuring alignment of national, media, and educational content with its approved principles. This mandate highlights the central role of the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, in building the nation and solidifying its Union.

Leadership and membership

The committee will be chaired by Ahmed Juma Al Zaabi, Advisor to the UAE President. Its membership includes representatives from the Presidential Protocol and Strategic Narrative Authority, the National Media Office, the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council, the Founder's Office, the National Library and Archives, the Executive Office of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the general secretariats of the executive councils of Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Qaiwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and the Office of the Ruler of Fujairah.

Key functions and duties

The committee is tasked with preparing and approving the official Union Narrative document, ensuring precise sequencing of historical events, applying approved terminology, unifying the national narrative, and maintaining consistency across national, media, educational, and cultural content. It will also approve national campaigns related to the Union and its symbols prior to launch and validate content across media platforms, curricula, publications, and other outputs.

Coordination and oversight

The committee will coordinate with federal and local government entities as well as national, media, educational, and cultural institutions to ensure alignment of all content concerning the Union and national symbols. These entities are required to submit any related materials for committee approval prior to publication or implementation.

Working groups and expert support

The committee may form working groups, assign specific tasks, and seek support from experts and specialists as needed. These working groups do not have voting rights in the committee’s decisions or recommendations.

Legal authority

The resolution annuls any provisions that contradict or conflict with it, establishing the committee as the ultimate authority on matters concerning the UAE Union Narrative.