Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club (EFC), has issued directives for the development of the strategy of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX).
The development of the ADIHEX strategy is to further enhance its role in preserving the UAE’s cultural heritage, protecting the environment and promoting sustainable hunting.
Sheikh Hamdan called for upgrading the cultural and educational content of the exhibition through providing innovative services, technologies, products, events and a progressive vision to keep pace with the growing status of this major global event.
He made these remarks while receiving Majid Ali Al Mansouri, Chairman of the ADIHEX Higher Organizing Committee and EFC Secretary-General, in the presence of a number of officials.
He was briefed about the preparations for the coming edition of ADIHEX, which is being organized by Emirates Falconers Club and will take place from September 26 to October 2, 2022 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed lauded the efforts of the exhibition’s higher organizing committee, all other sponsors and strategic partners in developing the event to be the largest of its kind in the Middle East and Africa. This has enhanced its regional and international stature, as seen in its 2021 edition.
He also emphasized the importance of continuing the event’s development as a prominent platform for raising awareness on heritage and its preservation.
He said that the event is a cornerstone of the Emirati national identity and one of the foundational pillars of the community, as well as an active contributor to strengthening intercultural dialogue and convergence.
Sheikh Hamdan also affirmed the significance of the event to promote sustainable hunting, attracting more local, regional and international exhibitors and bolstering its role as a key trade event.
Al Mansouri thanked President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, and all other contributors for their efforts to protect Emirati heritage.
He also thanked Sheikh Hamdan’s hands-on approach in following up on the preparations for the event and his directives that help develop it and achieve more success in every edition.
Sheikh Hamdan directed the development of the tourism promotion strategy for Al Dhafra region to highlight its unique natural landscape and rich cultural heritage and to enhance its regional and global competitiveness in attracting local and international visitors.
ADIHEX 2022 will bring together over 105,000 visitors to explore the 11 sectors across the 50,0000 sqm of exhibition space offering over 680 exhibitors and brands.
These will showcase the very latest technologies, innovations and trends in equestrian, hunting, camping gear, accessories and traditional and modern hunting practices.