Abu Dhabi [UAE], the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) and the Fujairah Department of Tourism and Antiquities today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate knowledge sharing and attract more visitors to their museums, boosting tourism and boosting the economy. growth in both emirates.
The partnership, signed by Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary of DCT Abu Dhabi, and Saeed Al Samahi, Director General of the Department of Tourism and Antiquities of Fujairah, will allow the entities to exchange knowledge and experience, develop joint training programs and involve local. and global tourists through joint marketing and promotional activities.
This collaboration underlines a shared commitment to promoting the cultural heritage of Abu Dhabi and Fujairah through the exchange of artifacts and works of art, which will attract greater numbers of visitors and deepen public understanding of their respective histories.
Al Hosani said this MoU enables collaboration between the two museums through joint programs and promotions. He added that highlighting the rich artistic and cultural heritage of both emirates will foster pride in national identity and promote intercultural understanding.
For his part, Al Samahi stated that this MoU strengthens cooperation and sheds light on the historical and cultural richness of Fujairah.
"In addition, this collaboration will open new perspectives for all emirates in the UAE to exchange tourism experiences and explore pioneering practices, as we work to make Fujairah an attractive destination for both domestic and international tourism," he noted.
In recent years, Abu Dhabi has transformed into a global center of culture and creativity. Its Saadiyat Cultural District is home to the famous Louvre Abu Dhabi and a growing community of institutions and attractions, which will soon welcome the upcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, the Zayed National Museum, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi Natural History Museum.
Tourism is a key pillar in Abu Dhabi's long-term economic diversification strategy. The emirate recently launched its Tourism Strategy 2030, according to which the sector will add AED 90 billion to the UAE's GDP annually by 2030 and attract 39.3 million visitors each year to Abu Dhabi.
The partnership, signed by Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary of DCT Abu Dhabi, and Saeed Al Samahi, Director General of the Department of Tourism and Antiquities of Fujairah, will allow the entities to exchange knowledge and experience, develop joint training programs and involve local. and global tourists through joint marketing and promotional activities.
This collaboration underlines a shared commitment to promoting the cultural heritage of Abu Dhabi and Fujairah through the exchange of artifacts and works of art, which will attract greater numbers of visitors and deepen public understanding of their respective histories.
Al Hosani said this MoU enables collaboration between the two museums through joint programs and promotions. He added that highlighting the rich artistic and cultural heritage of both emirates will foster pride in national identity and promote intercultural understanding.
For his part, Al Samahi stated that this MoU strengthens cooperation and sheds light on the historical and cultural richness of Fujairah.
"In addition, this collaboration will open new perspectives for all emirates in the UAE to exchange tourism experiences and explore pioneering practices, as we work to make Fujairah an attractive destination for both domestic and international tourism," he noted.
In recent years, Abu Dhabi has transformed into a global center of culture and creativity. Its Saadiyat Cultural District is home to the famous Louvre Abu Dhabi and a growing community of institutions and attractions, which will soon welcome the upcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, the Zayed National Museum, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi Natural History Museum.
Tourism is a key pillar in Abu Dhabi's long-term economic diversification strategy. The emirate recently launched its Tourism Strategy 2030, according to which the sector will add AED 90 billion to the UAE's GDP annually by 2030 and attract 39.3 million visitors each year to Abu Dhabi.
