ABU DHABI, 2nd September, 2017 (WAM) – Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Representative of the Ruler of Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers Club, praised the great attention of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al. Nahyan, Head of State, “May God protect him,” for heritage and traditional sports and His Highness’s perpetual orders. Preserving the pillars of cultural heritage and promoting its role in protecting the environment and sustainable fisheries.

He also emphasized that the UAE is a leader among countries working in various ways to preserve its rich and valuable heritage, which the entire world respects and appreciates, in addition to its direct contribution to the preservation of the common human heritage among nations. And people.

This happened during his visit today to the 20th session of the International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (Abu Dhabi 2023) being held under his auspices from September 2 to 8 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Emirates Falconers Club.

During the visit Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Yas bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Major General Pilot Staff Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, Chairman Cultural and Heritage Festivals and Events Management Committee, and Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee His Excellency Majid Ali Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Emirates Board of Directors Dr. Hamdan Musallam Al Mazrouei, for the Abu Dhabi International Hunting Fair. Red Cross, His Excellency Ahmad Matar Al Taheri, Head of His Highness Office, Representative of the Ruler of Al Tafra Region and several senior officials.

Shaikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan noted the interest of the exhibition in raising awareness of environmental issues, wildlife conservation and sustainable hunting methods, as well as falconry and saluki hunting, praising the role of various organizations participating in the preservation of the heritage and interests of the UAE. Public should participate in protecting endangered birds and animals.

The exhibition has become a unique cultural, heritage and economic festival through which ideas, experiments and expertise are exchanged and it has become a forum for heritage and desert lovers, hunting and horse riding enthusiasts, poets. , camel and camel lovers and nature conservationists, whose session is being held in conjunction with the current Year of Sustainability announced by the Head of State, said, “May God protect him”.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised the great institutional efforts to ensure fruitful participation by all exhibitors and visitors, noting the variety and diversity of participation and the breadth of exhibition space in this session, which included local, regional and international. Exhibitors.

He expressed happiness that the exhibition is aimed at all age groups and prepares attractive activities to encourage young people to visit and learn about the important aspect of life of parents and grandparents in relation to hunting. and equestrianism, due to its unique cultural, social and environmental aspects.

He noted the great support given by the sponsors, supporters and partners to make the exhibition a success and enhance the contribution of government and official institutions to protect the heritage and highlight it globally.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Saeed Al Nahyan began his visit to the exhibition by inspecting several pavilions and participating in local and foreign companies showcasing the latest developments and modern technologies used in hunting and equestrianism, especially the pavilions covering hunting and rare images. Horse riding is recreational.

During the tour of the exhibition halls, after hearing the opinions of the participants, he affirmed the interest of participating in the exhibition every year due to the good international reputation it has received worldwide, which attracts thousands of visitors. Fans of hunting and equestrian sports in regional countries.

Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi’s pavilion includes His Highness’ tour of the exhibition, which allows visitors to view a large information and entertainment panel with LED technology, which highlights the Authority’s achievements and initiatives over the past 12 months, including its influential role in mitigating climate change. It uses sustainable technology in its operations.
He visited the halls of the Emirates Equestrian Association, General Women’s Association Heritage and Handicrafts Department, Abu Dhabi Police Knights, Archives, National Library, Hubara International Fund for Conservation and Emirates Falconers Club.

His Excellency stopped at the National Guard Headquarters Pavilion and inquired from the pavilion’s stewards about the nature of their participation, which is keen to introduce the new identity of the National Guard, support special national exhibitions and introduce the vision. and the mission of the Guard, its role in society and its strategic and security goals.

He also visited the halls of the Khalifa Fund for Institutional Development, Abu Dhabi Cultural and Heritage Festivals and Events Management Committee, Emirates Heritage Club, Department of Arts and Crafts and Al Qadeer Emirati Crafts Project. Offers several craft courses and workshops aimed at the youth.
In the field of hunting and shooting weapons and equipment, His Highness inspected the pavilions of “Caracal” Arms Company, “MP3” Company and International Golden Group and Baynouna for trade in military and hunting equipment.