He emphasized that the Department of Culture and Tourism put health and safety considerations in the first place

Al-Saeed: Hosting major events during the "pandemic" is a message from Abu Dhabi to the world

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The Director of Marketing for Tourist Destinations at the Department of Culture and Tourism, Saeed Rashid Al-Saeed, confirmed that organizing the "Return to Nazzal Island from UFC" events on Yas Island, which will start today and continue until next October 24, is a practical example of the capital's ability to host the largest sporting events. At the international level, and a message to the world from Abu Dhabi, about how to continue work and hold sports tournaments despite the difficult conditions that most countries in the world are going through due to the Corona pandemic.

Al-Saeed said to Emirates Today: “The Department of Culture and Tourism has taken care to continue hosting sporting events, as it is currently witnessing hosting 20 matches in the 13th edition of the Indian Cricket Super League, which began on September 19 and continues until November 10, which contributes to Demonstrate the emirate’s ability in terms of infrastructure and excellent and safe hospitality services that it enjoys to host events of this magnitude, in addition to its commitment to pushing the wheel of innovation and excellence globally, especially since even during the (Covid-19) pandemic it has proven its ability to successfully organize huge events, such as the martial arts championship. Mixed set up on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi ».

He added, "It will continue to host major international tournaments, with the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix being held from December 11 to 13 at the Yas Marina Circuit."

He pointed out that the Department of Culture and Tourism focused primarily on health and safety considerations, explaining: “In implementation of the wise leadership’s instructions, on the importance of focusing in the first place on the health and safety of community members, our concern was for hosting sporting events, accompanied in the first place, by all special arrangements. Facing (Covid-19), which guarantees the success of these events, and at the same time the safety of the participants.

He continued: “Al Nazzal Island has achieved unparalleled success, and the return of the event to Yas Island confirms the strength and success of our partnership with UFC, and is a clear evidence of the high levels of global confidence in the health measures taken by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and its readiness to host international events within a healthy and safe environment in accordance with The highest standards, and the return to Nazzal Island from (UFC) reinforces the successive successes recorded by the cooperation of various stakeholders in ensuring public health in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and the full readiness to welcome visitors, engage in business activities and hold international events in various sectors.

He continued: “These various events are a practical model for demonstrating Abu Dhabi’s high efficiency as a global standard for hosting sporting events, as the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi has re-implemented the“ safe zone ”model on Yas Island, as the area includes the main hostel hall, training and entertainment facilities, and hospitality facilities from hotels. "Entry to the safe zone is restricted to the participating stars, work teams and organizers of this event and those responsible for the continuity of work on Yas Island.

He concluded: “The event witnesses (UFC 253) and (UFC 254), in addition to three events (UFC - Night of Fighting), while the five events are held without public attendance, and this is the first time that two tournaments are held Two successive UFCs in the same city outside Las Vegas, marking another milestone in Abu Dhabi's record as a global destination for sport.

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A match hosted by Abu Dhabi in the 13th edition of the Indian Premier Cricket League.

Saeed Rashid Al Saeed:

- "Various events are a practical model to highlight the competence of Abu Dhabi as a global standard for hosting sporting events."

- «Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix from December 11 to 13.

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