{
  "id": 4426330,
  "title": "UAE to develop Emirati experts in science and technology under national drive",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/uae-to-develop-emirati-experts-in-science-and-technology-under-4426330",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-30T12:51:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/08/30/uae-to-develop-emirati-experts-in-science-and-technology-under-national-drive/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The UAE government has unveiled plans to develop Emirati experts in science and technology through a national drive, as per directives from President Sheikh Mohamed. The National Programme for Advanced Sciences and Technology aims to create a pipeline for talented individuals to pursue careers in key sectors, bolstering the country's industrial capabilities. The initiative falls under the broader national effort to establish an education and research system capable of keeping pace with rapid scientific and technological advancements. A Higher Committee, chaired by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, has been established to oversee the program, with prominent members from various ministries, including industry, education, and defense.",
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      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "UAE to develop Emirati experts in science and technology under national drive",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/uae-to-develop-emirati-experts-in-science-and-technology-under",
        "published": "2026-08-30T12:51:49.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}