Sharjah:The 16th meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Arabic Language Educational Centre for Gulf States (ALECGS) took place in Sharjah, marking part of its 2025-2026 session. This important gathering included board members representing the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States' (ABEGS) member states.
According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting was chaired by Bodour Ibrahim Al Badi Al Naqbi, who currently serves as the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees. Dr. Eisa Saleh Al Hammadi, Director of the Center, was also in attendance. Al Naqbi opened the session by welcoming the board members and acknowledging their cooperation. She emphasized the progress achieved by the centre and the necessity of continued collaboration among member states to advance Arabic language education and related programmes.
Dr. Al Hammadi expressed his gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for his ongoing support, which includes providing an independent headquarters and facilities for the centre's operations. He also thanked the UAE Ministry of Education for hosting the meeting and aiding in the implementation of the centre's programmes.
During the meeting, board members reviewed the recommendations and decisions from the previous meeting and discussed the progress in their implementation. The agenda also featured a review of the executive framework for strategic initiatives and programmes for 2026-2030, with a focus on strengthening Arabic language teaching and learning.
The meeting also assessed achievements for the current 2025/2026 session, covering the period from April 28 to October 5, 2026. Board members noted the variety and range of the center's educational and cultural activities, both within and outside of the planned scope. Future programmes, including the sixth edition of the Gulf Arabic Language Competitions, were also discussed, as well as preparations for the board's next meeting.
Board members emphasized the importance of developing the centre's programmes to align with the strategic direction of the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States. They called for enhanced coordination among member states to support Arabic language education and improve educational practices across the region.
At the meeting's conclusion, the board commended the centre's efforts in implementing its programmes and initiatives. They highlighted the importance of continued institutional cooperation among Gulf states to bolster the Arabic language's role in cultural identity and belonging.