As part of the “Ramadan in Dubai” campaign for the year 1445 H, launched under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Media Council, with the aim of unifying the efforts of the government and private sectors in celebrating the holy month of Ramadan in Dubai, and to highlight the festive atmosphere with which the emirate adorns itself at the beginning of the blessed month.
The Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department in Dubai organized an event called “Let’s Break Fast Together”, where His Excellency Ahmed Darwish Al Muhairi, Director General of the Department of Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities, welcomed around 300 individuals from foreign schools and universities residing in Dubai for an iftar invitation, held yesterday evening at Expo Dubai City.
Ahmed Khalfan Al Mansouri, the Intercultural Communication Advisor and General Coordinator of the “Ramadan in Dubai” events at the Department, stated that the “Let’s Break Fast Together” initiative originated from the Intercultural Communication Section at the Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Islamic Culture, which serves as a cultural and informational hub for the communities residing in Dubai. It serves as an invitation to all principals of foreign schools and universities in the emirate of Dubai to have breakfast together under the dome of Al Wasl Plaza at Expo Dubai. The aim is to enhance mutual relationships and knowledge exchange between government entities in Dubai and the academic and scientific sectors, enriching the exchange of knowledge and reflecting the intercultural image of Dubai. It also reinforces Dubai’s unique model of cohesion and coexistence with the diverse foreign communities, comprising over 200 nationalities living harmoniously in peace and security. He emphasized that this gathering is an integral part of the fabric of the UAE and a significant partner in its progress, development, and prosperity.
Some principals of foreign schools and universities praised the initiative for its role in enhancing mutual relationships between them and government entities and institutions. They commended the Department’s efforts and the wise leadership’s directives in their interest and cooperation with the resident communities, and in spreading a culture of tolerance to convey a message of love and peace from the UAE to the world at large.
