The National Fund, in collaboration with the Securities and Commodities Authority and the Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy, is set to introduce the third edition of the “Financial Market Leaders” program. This initiative will run for three weeks from November 3 to November 21, 2025, featuring 33 participants from the UAE. The program aims to cultivate a new generation equipped to steer the future of the financial sector in the country, under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the National Fund.
His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak stated that the National Fund’s focus on empowering Emirati youth for the nation’s future remains a top priority. This goal is part of a broader vision centered on a “strong and sustainable national identity, underpinned by empowerment, responsibility, and productivity.” He emphasized that the launch of this third edition of the “Financial Market Leaders” program represents a significant step toward equipping Emirati youth for this vital sector, providing them with training, support, and opportunities at both local and global levels. He praised the substantial contributions of the Securities Authority in collaboration with the National Fund to ensure that this specialized training program effectively achieves its objectives by preparing Emirati talent in line with the latest advancements in training methodologies.
Sheikh Nahyan affirmed that the National Fund will continue to support the youth in various fields, following the clear vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, who prioritizes the empowerment and support of the nation’s youth. In alignment with this wise vision, efforts will be concentrated on enhancing their capabilities and providing them with adequate training to work in the private sector, both within the country and through partnerships with global companies for overseas training. This initiative aims to fully prepare them according to the latest global training advancements, in addition to nurturing innovators among Emirati youth across various scientific, research, economic, artistic, and literary domains, all within the framework of the National Fund’s primary objective to reinforce national identity and values of belonging and loyalty to the nation among future generations.
He commended the substantial role of the Securities and Commodities Authority in strengthening the capabilities of national talents in this essential field, expressing a desire for continued collaboration between the Authority and the National Fund for the benefit of Emirati youth. This partnership aims to enhance their knowledge and prepare them to face the challenges of investment in this sector and achieve success, enabling them to become leaders, not just locally but also on a global scale.
The launch of the third edition underscores the success of the initiative that commenced in November 2023, which brought together the Securities Authority, the National Fund, and the Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy. This collaboration continues to focus on equipping and empowering Emirati youth with the necessary knowledge and skills for the financial services sector. Sheikh Nahyan noted that the previous two editions have graduated over 58 Emirati participants, including students and professionals from public and private institutions, with many more individuals eager to join this upcoming session.