His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, attended part of the thrilling competitions on the second day of the sixth edition of DUBAI GAMES. Held at the Dubai Festival City, this year’s event features 244 teams from around the world, making it the most expansive edition yet. DP World is the official partner of the tournament, while DAMAC Group and Emarat are the diamond partners. Organised in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council, the tournament runs until 23 February. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said: “Dubai continues to set an inspiring example for an active and health-conscious society that embraces sports as a way of life. We remain dedicated to fostering a culture where sports and an active lifestyle are deeply embedded in everyday life, constantly fostering the community’s well-being.” The second day of the championship saw extraordinary performances in the Battle of the Government for Men, culminating in four teams securing their spots in the grand final on Sunday, 23 February. Abu Dhabi Police led with 121 points, followed by the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation - Ajman with 113.74 points. The Ministry of Defence secured third place with 113.63 points, while Dubai State Security claimed the final ...

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, today visited the 17th edition of the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2025). The ongoing edition is the largest ever in the event’s history, featuring extensive participation from global defence companies, senior military officials, and key decision-makers in the sector. During the visit, His Highness highlighted the significant strides made by the UAE’s defence industries, underscoring how it aligns with the leadership’s vision to develop strategic sectors. His Highness stressed that enhancing defence preparedness is crucial to ensure that development efforts continue unhindered, ultimately reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to promoting peace. Furthermore, he emphasised the importance of possessing deterrent power as a key prerequisite for maintaining global security and stability. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan was accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council; His Excellency Mohamed bin Mubarak Fadhel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State For Defence Affairs; and His ...

- Five-day event features the participation of more than 1,000 brands and over 200 yachts and watercraft His Highness: The Dubai International Boat Show has cemented its status as one of the world’s premier maritime events, further reinforcing Dubai’s position as a leading global maritime hub His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today visited the 31st edition of the Dubai International Boat Show, being organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) at Dubai Harbour until 23 February. This edition of the event features the participation of more than 1,000 brands representing more than 60 countries, and over 200 yachts and watercraft. The five-day event is expected to draw over 35,000 visitors from around the world. Accompanying His Highness during his visit were His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, and His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council. His Highness said that the Dubai International Boat Show has cemented its status as ...