The Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sunday organised several activities in cooperation with state and private sector institutions, and wide participation of the UAE society and workers to mark the International Workers Day.
The activities were held under the patronage and presence of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and a number of ministers, senior officials and leaders of the private sector in the country. Students of UAE universities and schools also participated in the celebration with artistic and musical performances dedicated to UAE workers, carrying the message of tolerance, coexistence and acceptance of all segments of society, including workers.
The Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence also celebrated the artistic, sports and creative talents of UAE workers, and honored the distinguished ones, in recognition of their positive role in the UAE economy.
The celebration included an artistic performance by Abu Dhabi Indian School entitled “One Family”, NYUAD students participated in a creative performance entitled “Coexistence Behavior”, Saadiyat Operative Village presented a musical performance entitled “Coexistence Flourishes the Future”, and the Ministry of Tolerance presented a performance entitled “Voices of Tolerance Choir”, after which Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak honored distinguished workers in sports, art and creativity. The celebration also included entertainment shows, competitions and prizes for UAE workers.
International Workers Day received wide participation from various institutions in the UAE community, including the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the Ministry of Community Development, Abu Dhabi Police, KIZAD Communities, Etisalat and Etihad Airways, Burjeel Holding, Emirates Heritage Club, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Abu Dhabi Cricket Club, New York University, Indian School Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, Al Raha Village, Seidor International Volunteers, Emirates Palace Restaurant, Mayar Facilities Management, Lulu International, Indian Business & Professional Group, Darb Zayed, and Ride For Life), Jashnamal, Gurunanak Monastery in Dubai, and a large number of volunteers and investors.