Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed meets Fifa president Infantino in Dubai

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, met Gianni Infantino, president of Fifa on Monday.

The meeting, which took place on the sidelines of the World Sports Summit, involved discussions on the “importance of international co-operation in harnessing the positive impact of sport, particularly football, given its extensive global reach and influence”, reported Dubai Government Media Office.

“Dubai’s hosting and organisation of the World Sports Summit reflects our commitment to being an active partner in shaping the future of global sport,” said Sheikh Hamdan.

“By bringing together ideas and expertise from around the world, we aim to unlock new opportunities to support talent, encourage creativity, and stimulate investment in technology and knowledge.

“Our overarching goal is to create a sustainable, positive impact that enhances the growth and prosperity of sport across different countries and regions.”

Mr Infantino praised the UAE's role in promoting the sports sector. Hosting the summit, he said, reflected Dubai's “forward-looking vision”. Speaking at the same summit, Mr Infantino defended the controversial pricing structure for 2026 World Cup tickets.

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Iftar programme at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding

Established in 1998, the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding was created with a vision to teach residents about the traditions and customs of the UAE. Its motto is ‘open doors, open minds’. All year-round, visitors can sign up for a traditional Emirati breakfast, lunch or dinner meal, as well as a range of walking tours, including ones to sites such as the Jumeirah Mosque or Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood.

Every year during Ramadan, an iftar programme is rolled out. This allows guests to break their fast with the centre’s presenters, visit a nearby mosque and observe their guides while they pray. These events last for about two hours and are open to the public, or can be booked for a private event.

Until the end of Ramadan, the iftar events take place from 7pm until 9pm, from Saturday to Thursday. Advanced booking is required.

For more details, email openminds@cultures.ae or visit www.cultures.ae

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