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ABU DHABI, 28 August (BelTA — Emirates News Agency) — Under the
directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s
Representative in Al Dhafra Region, the Abu Dhabi International Hunting
and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) badge for falcons will be launched by
ADNEC Group, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Falconers Club, for
the 21st edition of the event, taking place from 31st August to 8th
September 2024 at ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi.
The badge will qualify
falcons purchased at the exhibition, associated auctions, and events to
compete under the supervision of the Abu Dhabi Falconers Club in the
new race rounds, which will be introduced for badge holders in four
falcon categories: Gyr Pure, Gyr Qarmousha, Gyr Shaheen, and Taba, under
the upcoming round of the President’s Cup Falcon Competition 2024-2025.
Majid
Ali Al Mansoori, Secretary-General of the Emirates Falconers Club,
said, «The launch of this badge aligns with the aspirations of our wise
leadership to support all national events that add value, enhancing Abu
Dhabi’s status as a capital that blends modernity and tradition, and as a
leading centre for creativity and innovation in various sports and
heritage activities.»
Al Mansoori expressed confidence in the
significant impact of such initiatives on supporting the falconry sector
locally and internationally. He noted that the initiative would enhance
participation at ADIHEX, both in terms of quantity and quality,
benefiting all supporting sectors.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri,
Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, said, «The introduction
of this badge, with the patronage and support of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin
Zayed Al Nahyan, reflects our leadership’s dedication to advancing the
falconry sector in the UAE. This initiative aims to preserve the
heritage and capabilities of these important sports and enhance their
competitiveness regionally and internationally.»
«The launch of
this badge is intended to support producers in enhancing their
participation in the exhibition. It will also stimulate the inclusion of
high-quality birds, encourage visitors to acquire falcons, and promote
the heritage of falconry, thereby advancing the exhibition and its role
in supporting this sport locally and internationally.»
Sultan Al
Mahmoud, Executive Director at Abu Dhabi Falconers Club, said, «We are
proud of our strategic partnership with the Emirates Falconers Club and
ADNEC Group in launching this badge. I am confident that it will enhance
the competitiveness and reputation of the exhibition regionally and
globally, and support a wide range of sectors, from producers to experts
and enthusiasts.»
Al Mahmoud added that the teams at the Abu
Dhabi Falconers Club, in cooperation with ADNEC Group, will work
diligently to ensure the success of future badge rounds under the
umbrella of the President’s Cup. This will effectively contribute to the
promotion, competitiveness, and importance of such sports.
