“On <a href="https://menainsights.com/a-statement-by-h-e-dr-mansoor-al-awar-chancellor-of-hamdan-bin-mohammed-smart-university-on-the-occasion-of-zayed-humanitarian-day/”>Zayed Humanitarian Day, observed on the 19th of Ramadan, we proudly honor the enduring humanitarian legacy of the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, whose visionary leadership established a lasting commitment to sustainable development, humanitarian values, and service to communities.
Despite harsh climatic conditions and scarce water resources, Sheikh Zayed firmly believed that agriculture is fundamental to stability, prosperity, and the advancement of civilizations. He captured this belief in his timeless words: ‘Grant me agriculture and I shall guarantee civilization for you.’
At the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA), this vision continues to inspire our work to advance science-based solutions that strengthen sustainable agriculture, enhance food security, and build resilience in arid and saline environments in the UAE and beyond.”