The activities of the 18th edition of the exhibition start Monday

"Abu Dhabi Hunting and Equestrian" opens a new chapter in the year 50

The exhibition provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about the culture and authentic heritage of the UAE.

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The activities of the 18th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, which will be held over seven days for the first time in its history, will start tomorrow, and will continue until the third of next October at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center, organized by the Emirates Falconers Club.

The Secretary-General of the Emirates Falconers Club and Chairman of the Higher Organizing Committee of the exhibition, Majid Ali Al-Mansoori, said, "The extension of the exhibition period to become a full week came due to the wide public turnout, and the desire of both visitors and exhibitors alike to give them a greater opportunity to benefit from the event, and to conclude deals. To meet the growing aspirations of falconry, hunting and equestrian enthusiasts from different countries of the world, with the event witnessing a doubling of the number of visitors since its inception in 2003 to 2019, reaching more than 1.6 million visitors.”

During its past sessions, the exhibition witnessed great growth, and gained a distinguished position at the local, Arab and international levels, as the number of participants increased about 17 times, and its area expanded about nine times, in addition to the increase in the number of participating countries to 44 countries this year, represented by more than 680 companies. And a trademark.

The exhibition was also able to achieve great success over the past years at all levels, especially by linking exhibitors and customers in the region, as well as highlighting the efforts of the UAE in the field of environment, species conservation, heritage preservation and promotion, and the launch of many initiatives and events that have proven successful in past courses and became world famous.

event message

Al Mansouri added that “the need is more urgent today than ever to develop the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, especially since the (Abu Dhabi 2021) session coincides with the UAE’s celebration of 50 years of achievements and progress in various fields, and at the same time launching a new process for designing and planning the 50th. A year ahead for generations and history.”

He stressed that "the exhibition's message represents a translation of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, and the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, representative of the ruler. In the Al Dhafra region, the head of the Emirates Falconers Club, the sponsor of the exhibition, aims to promote the concept of sustainability and heritage preservation in a spirit of renewal and innovation, as the exhibition reinforces its efforts to achieve this through the long-term plans and strategies that it has adopted to achieve a sustainable and pioneering future worldwide.”

He continued, "The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition continues with confidence to develop its plans and projects in line with the strategy of the UAE, in preparation for the next 50 years full of success and creativity in every field, whose title is love, tolerance, pride, and giving to the homeland and wise leadership."

The Emirates Falconers Club has adopted a strategic plan to develop the largest exhibition of its kind in the Middle East and Africa over the coming years, which includes gradually doubling the size of the event in terms of space, achieving a qualitative leap in the number of local and international exhibitors, participating countries and visitors, and maintaining the exhibition’s position and international leadership as an event. A prominent and important commercial in the region, characterized by large purchase deals, and the achievement of huge sales to exhibitors.

comprehensive plan

The exhibition’s comprehensive expansion plan includes developing the event’s content with innovative services, technologies, activities and events with a renewed vision, and keenness to activate its role in safeguarding the national heritage and achieving sustainable fishing.

Al Mansouri indicated that from this standpoint, the Emirates Falconers Club, the organizer of the International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, seeks to actively contribute to the grand national action strategy with an ambitious vision that looks forward to the future and preserves the achievements of the founding fathers.

He said, "The UAE, in its fiftieth year, has achieved over the past decades unique achievements in various fields, and was able to occupy the first positions regionally and internationally in the quality of government regulation and economic competitiveness, and the preservation of its heritage at the same time, through the honorable achievements that the sons of Dar worked on. Zayed achieved it with tireless and sincere efforts, which worked to paint a bright civilized image of the country at the global level.

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The theme of the event for the next session was adopted, "Sustainability and Heritage... in a Renewed Spirit", as a reflection of Abu Dhabi and the world's efforts to enhance the sustainability of the environment, hunting, heritage sports and related businesses, and to formulate a comprehensive strategy for the development of the event, and to create more events and activities that build on the successes of the past sessions in a creative renewed spirit. .

The richness and comprehensiveness of the exhibition is evident in its 11 diverse sections, including arts and crafts, equestrian, falconry, hunting and safari trips, hunting and camping equipment, hunting weapons, projects to promote and preserve cultural heritage, outdoor recreation vehicles and equipment, veterinary products and services, and Fishing, marine sports, and specialized media.

family festival

The Abu Dhabi Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition has become a popular family festival, of interest and suitability for all family members who find in what the exhibition offers an opportunity to learn about the authentic Emirati heritage, and a forum for conservationists, hunting enthusiasts, poets, artists, photographers of nature and heritage in all its aspects.

The exhibition provides visitors with the opportunity to learn about the culture of the UAE and its authentic heritage through the various and innovative activities it offers to them, which raise their awareness of the importance of preserving the environment and wildlife, in addition to encouraging them to practice environmentally friendly sports in a sustainable manner.

Majed Al-Mansoori: "Extension of the exhibition period to become a full week, came due to the wide public turnout, and based on the desire of visitors and exhibitors."

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