Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that Dubai has made huge strides in its drive to ensure full integration, and empowerment people of determination, so they can contribute in the development journey, and efficient member of society as per the directives of Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

His Highness’ remark came as Dubai hosts the “Walking Together” initiative of the Special Olympics, which kicked off today in Kite Beach in Dubai, in presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE National Olympic Committee, and H.E. Hessa Bint Eisa Bu Humaid, Minister of Community Development.  Sheikh Hamdan praised the success of the initiative, which highlight cohesion of the society, and reflects the vision of leadership to empower people with determination.

Sheikh Hamdan also said that as Abu Dhabi is set to host the Special Olympics Middle East and North Africa Regional Games, is another testament of the leadership of the UAE in this domain.

Abu Dhabi is to host the Special Olympics Middle East and North Africa Regional Games 14-29 March 2018, with more than 1,200 athletes expected to take part. The event is for competitors with special needs and disabilities and will take place ahead of the UAE capital's hosting of The Special Olympics World Games in 2019.