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Talking to Arab and foreign media after inauguraing the Dubai Airshow, Shaikh Mohammed said: “I am pleased to see the 12th edition of the Dubai Airshow as it readies for take-off, flying from one success to another and continuing its quantitative and qualitative growth.”
He said: “I am more proud of our citizens whose meticulous organisation and management skills helped shape the success of this global event, where modern creations and technology in the fields of aviation, communication, empowerment and training are exhibited.”
Shaikh Mohammed added that the event plays a pivotal role in supporting the UAE national economy and activating internal trade and introducing the country and its culture to others.
“We perceive this accomplishment as one of a series of successes achieved by the UAE in several areas; an extension of the country’s prestigious position in all regional and international
forums. The Dubai Airshow stands witness to the outstanding growth we have accomplished as a nation, from security and stability to superior global competitiveness in the fields of infrastructure and good governance”, he added.
He said the next edition of the Dubai Airshow may be held in Dubai City World Central in 2013, adding that this will be decided by the Higher Organising Committee which is headed by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. Shaikh Mohammed wished exhibitors and guests successful participation and a pleasant stay in the UAE.
The opening ceremony, which was held at Dubai Airport Expo Centre, was also attended by General Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces; Shaikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai; Shaikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai; Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation and Chief Executive of Emirates Group; other Shaikhs, King Juan Carlos of Spain, ministers, Arab and foreign defence ministers, and several senior officials.
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