Emirates Press

LONDON, UAE’s Embassy in London welcomed over 500 friends from the UK, UAE, and internationally to a grand reception at London’s famed Natural History Museum in South Kensington to commemorate 51 years since the founding of the UAE.

The reception, attended by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, UK Minister of State for the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia and United Nations, along with other political, cultural, and diplomatic leaders, served to celebrate a year of historic achievements for the UAE. The event also honoured the legacy of the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who presided over a period of extraordinary growth and prosperity for the people of the UAE and remained deeply committed throughout his life to the protection of the natural environment.

The reception was opened by Mansoor Abulhoul, UAE Ambassador to the UK, who gave a keynote address highlighting the achievements of the UAE over the past year and celebrated the close friendship the UAE and UK have shared since 1971.

Mansoor Abulhoul said, “2022 has been a year of extraordinary global achievements for the UAE, including Expo 2020 Dubai, which welcomed millions from around the world and laid the groundwork for our hosting of global leaders at the COP28 Summit next year.”

“Under the guidance and leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, our nation continues to prosper. As UAE Ambassador to the UK, I am proud that the partnership between the UAE and the UK continues to go from strength to strength. This year marked the first anniversary of the UAE and UK’s historic Partnership for the Future, which continues to advance the deep relations our countries share, enabling us to tackle mutual global challenges such as climate change, promote prosperity and security for our citizens, and expand the exchange of knowledge between our nations. Under the new leadership in both our countries, I am certain our partnership will continue to flourish,” he added.

Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon said, “In the 51 years since the United Arab Emirates were formed, they have had a large impact on the world. Incredible and colossal economic development have turned the UAE into a powerhouse of trade and investment, and an international centre for culture, sport and international travel.”

“Together the UAE and UK are building a ‘Partnership for the Future’ on strong foundations, strengthened by our economic cooperation and agreements on defence and security. The UAE’s membership of the UN Security Council and hosting of COP28 present opportunities to work even more closely on key global issues. With the immense responsibility of hosting COP28, the UK stands ready to work with the UAE to create a healthier and more prosperous world for all,” he added.

The reception was hosted by five UAE companies with historic links to the UK: Mubadala Investment Company, Masdar, DP World, Emirates NBD, and First Abu Dhabi Bank.

Ahmed Matar Al Mazrouei, Head of Mubadala’s London office, said, “We are proud to support this celebration of the UAE National Day in the UK. The UAE has built a long-standing partnership with the UK by promoting strategic, commercial, and cultural ties. Mubadala, having recently opened an office in the UK, is working with partners to identify strategic opportunities across promising and innovative sectors that will create jobs, strengthen national research and development capabilities, and promote economic growth in both countries.”

Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said, “As the UAE prepares to celebrate its 51st National Day, Masdar looks back on an especially productive year, only made possible by the ongoing support of the UAE leadership. We announced major projects and collaborations, such as the UK’s Arlington Energy, and have big plans for even more. Celebrating the UAE’s 51st National Day with our UK partners is a wonderful way to honour our long-term and growing partnership in sustainability with the UK.”

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ABU DHABI, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received cables of congratulations from kings, presidents and emirs of brotherly and friendly countries on the UAE’s 51st National Day.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, received similar greetings on the occasion.

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ABU DHABI, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Thongloun Sisoulith of the People’s Democratic Republic of Laos, on the occasion of his country’s National Day.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, sent similar congratulatory messages to President Sisoulith and to Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh, on the occasion.

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ABU DHABI, His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al Azhar, Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, offered his warmest congratulations to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, and the Emirati people on the occasion of the UAE’s 51st National Day.

His Eminence asked Allah Almighty to continue blessing the United Arab Emirates with peace, security, and prosperity.

On this occasion, the Grand Imam of Al Azhar expressed his appreciation of the unique example of the United Arab Emirates and the role of its faithful leaders in spreading the values of peace and coexistence, noting that they are following the path charted by the wise founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

The Grand Imam applauded the strong relations between Al Azhar Al-Sharif and the UAE in various fields, which have a great impact on advancing the values of peace and human fraternity worldwide.

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DUBAI, The One Billion Followers Summit will kick off tomorrow in Atlantis Dubai hosting more than 100 influencers and content creators from around the world.

Influencers followed by billion people will share their knowledge and experiences in the world’s largest event of its kind.

More than 3000 people, 200 CEOs, more than 300 international companies specialized in creating content, in addition to more than 100 international agencies working in this field will be attending the summit which will include in its 2 days agenda a series of workshops and discussions.

A number of international companies will be present in the Summit, such as Meta, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, Etihad Airways, Nas Daily, Vice, Monk-E, Digisay, Finnet Media, One Digital Entertainment, WebTV Asia, and Warner Bros Discovery.

Alia Al Hammadi, CEO of the New Media Academy, highlighted the importance of social media in leading the process of development around the world, noting that social media platforms have become an essential part of media in all its forms.

Al Hammadi said, “The One Billion Followers Summit falls under the New Media Academy, which aims at educating and qualifying the new generation in the field of media and digital content through a wide range of programmes, events and workshops.

“Based on its mission to prepare experts and managers in communication within the government and private sectors, the New Media Academy aims through this Summit to provide tools needed by participants to help them develop their capabilities in order to enhance their career opportunities and paths.”

Al Hammadi emphasised that His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the New Media Academy as a platform of content creation and education aiming at spearheading the presence of Emiratis and Arabs into the digital sphere across social media platforms.

She highlighted the continuous efforts made by the Academy to consolidate meaningful educational, cultural, social and entertainment content that contributes to the path of progress and success, and enhances the UAE’s leading position as an international hub of talents and innovators and a global centre for the purposeful media industry and attracting influencers and prominent international personalities in this field.

The summit will consist of a number of workshops and discussions as well as a series of main sessions. It will be attended by a group of well-known personalities in the world, who had a prominent role in creating content and influencing global opinion through social media platforms.

During the Summit, Nuseir Yassin, CEO and Founder of Nas Company, will be talking about content creators and how they will conquer the world.

Matthew Patrick, known as MatPat on YouTube, will sum up 10 years of content creation in just 20 minutes.

More than 40 Arab and international influencers and content creators will be participating in the sessions, workshops and discussions of the first day.

The agenda also includes a distinguished participation of the TikToker Mai, known as Mai and Mama Wafa, as well as Abdullah Annan; Ahmed Sharif; Omar Al Heloo; Nasser Alaqeel; and Maitha Mohamed (@mythjourney). The Kuwaiti content creator Issa Alhabib will be participating as a moderator.

The programme will include a series of main sessions during which a group of influencers and global content creators will talk about the tools and ways that make you a transcontinental star, and how to get started and attract the first follower.

The first day includes 3 workshops, dealing with a series of prominent topics in the field of creating content on social media, and how to positively influence global public opinion on various important issues, including education, finance and others.

During the One Billion Followers Summit, the attendees will get the chance to participate in a series of sessions dealing with creating meaningful and sustainable content, and the skills required to ensure continuity in work across various social media platforms, as well as the most prominent methods and tools required to create successful and influential videos.

The second day of the summit includes more than 20 sessions during which a number of influencers and specialists in the world of content creation will speak, including the influencer and entrepreneur Karen Wazen; Layla Tamim; Muhammad Orfali; Eman Sobhi; Zaina Khaled; Ahmed El-Ghandour; Alaa Wardi; Vishen Lakhiani, founder of Mindvalley; and Jordan Matter, a creator who tells stories through pictures.

Eli Yonas, Head of CEE/MEA Reality Labs Developer Partnerships at Meta; Anas Marwah; Ahmed Al-Marzouki; Abdullah Al-Bandar; Saif Al-Dahab; Tariq Yassin; Fred Chong, Viraj Seth, Gurpreet Singh, and Hussein Al-Atoli, in addition to a group of prominent stars on social media and influencers, are also participating.

Source: Emirates News Agency