Hamdan bin Mohammed directs a reward to the participants in the third edition of "Dubai wet"

DUBAI, 26 JULY / WAM / His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Chairman of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai, directed the provision of a donation worth one million dirhams in support of participants in “Dubai Wet” in appreciation of their role in reviving and preserving the national heritage. This generosity comes in the context of His Highness’s continued support for the efforts of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Center for the Revival of Heritage, and enhancing the continuity of events that serve heritage and society alike. Whether.

This honor bears a profound indication of the position that the palm tree has in the leadership’s vision, as a national symbol rooted in Emirati memory, and a present element in man’s relationship with his land and identity.

It also represents direct support for the people of palm trees, farmers and participants who, through their attendance and participation, contributed to the success of the third edition of the event and the consolidation of its community message.

On this occasion, His Excellency Abdullah Hamdan bin Dalmouk, CEO of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Center for the Revival of Heritage, expressed his deep thanks and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, stressing that His Highness’s honor represents a badge of appreciation for everyone who participated in preserving this national heritage, and a clear message that heritage in Dubai is under the care of a leadership that believes that preserving identity begins with supporting its people, and enabling initiatives that keep its symbols alive in society.

He said that His Highness’s generosity is not just support for the participants, but rather an appreciation of the value of what they provide in serving the palm tree and the national heritage, pointing out that this support reflects a leadership approach that sees heritage as a national responsibility, and believes that preserving identity is not only in words, but in action, care, and continuous encouragement for everyone who carries this heritage and works to continue it.

He added that this honor gives the event a greater dimension, and confirms that the palm tree is not only a heritage symbol, but rather a part of the conscience of Emirati society and the nation’s memory. His Highness’s directives represent the compass that guides us at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Center for the Revival of Heritage, and pushes us to develop initiatives that are closer to the people and more capable of connecting generations to their heritage.

His Excellency stressed that the Center will continue to work to enhance the presence of national heritage symbols in society through activities and initiatives that combine authenticity and development, saying that this generous reward constitutes a great incentive for participants and organizers, and places before us a double responsibility to continue developing “Dubai Wet” in a way that befits the vision of His Highness, and in a way that reflects the authentic cultural face of Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, and makes heritage always present in people’s lives.

“Dubai Dates” concluded the activities of its third edition, which was organized by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Center for the Revival of Heritage during the period from 18 to 26 July 2026 at the Sand Castle on Dubai Al-Ain Road, after days full of competitions, activities, official visits and public attendance, in an edition that confirmed that the palm tree is still capable of gathering society around its value, not only as a symbol of memory, but as a living presence in the home, the farm and the institution.

The closing day witnessed the coronation of the first place holders in the “Nadr Cup” round, one of the most prominent rounds of the event, where the winners were crowned by His Excellency Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Administration of Identity and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, and His Excellency Abdullah Hamdan bin Dalmouk, CEO of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Center for the Revival of Heritage, accompanied by Rashid Mubarak bin Markhan Al Ketbi, Executive Vice President of the Centre, at the conclusion of competitions that carried distinguished levels and reflected the experience of the participants in caring for the palm tree. Selection of the finest varieties.

Atiq Saif Al Amimi won the “Golden Das” award, as the Cup of Excellence in the third edition of “Dubai Wet” after achieving the highest score of points across the event’s rounds. This coronation reflects the value of the award that celebrates continuity and quality of participation throughout the competitions.

“Dubai Dates” received the attention, follow-up and attendance of a number of national figures, officials and representatives of official authorities, in a scene that reflected the value that the palm tree represents, deeply rooted in the Emirati conscience, and the message that the event carries that goes beyond the limits of competition to a broader area of ​​belonging and loyalty to heritage.

This attendance came to confirm that preserving heritage is a national responsibility in which the efforts of institutions and society are integrated, and that the palm tree, with its historical, cultural and social symbolism, is still able to bring generations together around the meaning of pride in the land and adherence to identity.

In a gesture of loyalty and appreciation, Dubai Rutab awarded the Dubai Rutab Medal 2026 to the late Abdullah bin Rashid Al Shamsi and Dr. Rashid Ahmed Al Mazrouei, in recognition of their influential contributions to serving the palm tree, preserving its varieties, documenting the knowledge associated with it, and their role in supporting this sector, which left a lasting impact on the memories of farmers, researchers, and those interested in the UAE’s agricultural heritage.

The conclusion of the event also witnessed the honoring of sponsors, supporting and participating entities, in appreciation of their role in the success of the third edition, and the contribution they made to enriching the general experience of visitors and participants.

This honor came as confirmation that the success of “Dubai Dates” is based on integrated efforts between the center and its partners, and on a shared belief that serving heritage is a collective responsibility that extends to institutions as well as to individuals.

Throughout its days, Dubai Dates hosted dozens of platforms and accompanying events that showcased the finest types of dates and palm cuttings, in addition to educational and interactive workshops and activities targeting families, children, and visitors, and contributed to presenting the date season in a manner close to the community, combining knowledge, experience, and pride in heritage.

With the conclusion of its third edition, “Dubai Dates” continues to consolidate its position as an annual event that enhances the presence of the palm tree in Emirati life, and opens up a wider space for it in public consciousness, where competition meets loyalty, heritage meets knowledge, and the palm tree remains a living witness to man’s relationship with his land and his identity.

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