As part of its community participation, and in line with the anniversary of the passing of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the late founder of the UAE, and the initiatives of the Year of Giving, the Ministry of Finance has organised a series of humanitarian and community initiatives in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

These events included the contribution of 600 Suhoor meals by the Ministry to five mosques in Dubai and Sharjah for the needy, the organisation of a fundraising to contribute to the Emirates Red Crescent’s ‘For You Somalia’ campaign, and in cooperation with Dubai Courts, a social awareness lecture presented by the family guide, Mohammed Abdul Karim.

Mariam Mohammed Al Amiri, Assistant Under-Secretary for the Management of Financial Resources, affirmed the ministry's commitment to the implementation of charity and community activities in order to encourage the spirit of giving and the culture of good planted by the late founding leader, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. "The Ministry of Finance is committed to its community role, implementing initiatives that enhance the UAE's status as a global centre of unconditional goodness, excellence, and generosity," Al Amiri said.

During the Holy Month of Ramadan, the ministry also organised a number of activities for its employees. These included the Annual Ramadan Forum at the InterContinental Hotel in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of Younis Haji Al Khoori, Under-Secretary of the MoF, assistant agents, directors of departments, and the ministry’s staff, as well as a lecture entitled, "Health in Ramadan", supported by a series of medical examinations for all employees.

Source: WAM