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Held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the conference is being hosted in Dubai for the first time in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia under the theme \u2018The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities.\u2019 The event welcomed over 4,500 museum experts, cultural leaders, and decision-makers from around the world.<\/p>\n<p>The opening day began with an honorary address by HH Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, who emphasised that the gathering represents a shared vision shaping humanity\u2019s future. Her Highness noted that hosting this global event recognises Dubai\u2019s leading role on the world\u2019s cultural stage: \u201cThis extraordinary moment preserves our legacy and rekindles the memories of a path we began with ambition and purpose, whose goals we continue to realise. Dubai is a city that celebrates culture as a foundation for progress.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Her Highness extended her deepest gratitude to HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, whose visionary leadership illuminated the path to this milestone. \u201cFor the UAE,\u201d she said, \u201ctowers or skylines do not measure progress, but by the values we hold, the ambitions we share, and the future we build together.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The programme, curated by the ICOM Dubai 2025 Organising Committee, featured keynotes by prominent figures, including world-renowned sculptor\u00a0<strong>El Anatsui, Emma Nardi<\/strong>, President of ICOM, and\u00a0<strong>Medea S. 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