The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has announced a three-day mourning period over the passing of Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance, earlier today.
Sheikh Khalifa ordered that the UAE national flag be flown at half-mast starting today (Wednesday) and be raised next Saturday, March 27. Dubai has announced a 10-day mourning period.
A tribute podcast
ALSO SEE: Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid: A life in pictures
In a statement, President Sheikh Khalifa expressed his sincere condolences and sympathies to Al Maktoum family, asking Allah Almighty to grant them patience and solace to bear their loss.
The brother of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid was the longest serving UAE minister.
READ:
The competition will be a key highlight of the third edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, taking place from January 11 to 13, 2025
The event featured insights from key speakers, including Yogacharya Dhakaram, Nilesh Ashar, and Ekansh Agrawal.
The first two Tests will be held back-to-back in Multan and the last in Rawalpindi
They will remain on display at the museum until at least April 2025
Unveil four prestigious 'Majors' in Men’s and Ladies’ Divisions to secure premier invitations for the elite tournaments
The organisation was honoured during a glittering award ceremony at ASCM Connect 2024: North America in Austin, Texas
The Numaish Festive Edit 2024 will showcase an impressive array of over 90 exclusive designers