SHARJAH, 23rd October, 2025 (WAM) — The Sharjah Institute for Heritage recently welcomed a group of students from the University of Hong Kong as part of their efforts to encourage cultural sharing between different communities.
This visit, organised in partnership with the University of Sharjah, aimed to introduce the students to the rich heritage of the UAE and how it is preserved.
The students enjoyed a field trip to the Shis Heritage Village and the historic areas of Khorfakkan. During this tour, they learned about traditional Emirati architecture and lifestyle, especially in the mountainous regions. They were able to see how ancient Emiratis lived in harmony with nature.
The group also visited the Traditional Crafts Museum in Khorfakkan. Here, they explored various tools and methods used in traditional crafts, gaining insight into professions that are an important part of the local culture and history.
The students shared their admiration for the diverse culture and rich heritage of Sharjah. They appreciated the important work done by the Sharjah Institute for Heritage in sharing this knowledge with new generations, promoting values of openness and understanding between different cultures.
Pakistan Navy Seizes Nearly $1 Billion Worth of Meth and Cocaine in Arabian Sea
The Pakistan Navy , operating under the Saudi-led Combined Task Force 150 of Combined Maritime Forces, seized more than $972 million worth of narcotics in the Arabian Sea during Focused Operation AL MASMAK. Over a 48-hour period, the Pakistan navy ship Yarmook conducted boarding operations on two dhows. Neither vessel was transmitting on Automatic Identification System or displaying external markings, and both were identified as having no nationality. The crew boarded the first dhow and seized over two tons of crystal methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $822.4 million on October 18. Less than 48 hours later, the crew boarded a second dhow and seized 350 kg of methamphetamine worth $140 million and 50 kg of cocaine worth $10 million. The narcotics were transported back to the ship for testing to confirm the contents and subsequently disposed of. “The success of this focused operation highlights the importance of the multi-national collaboration,” said Royal Saudi Naval Forces Commodore Fahad Aljoiad, commander of CTF 150. “PNS Yarmook has had one of the most successful narcotics seizures for CMF, which is directly attributed to the expertise and…
NEW YORK, 24th September, 2025 (WAM) – H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, took part in a multilateral meeting hosted by the United States, with the participation of several Arab and Islamic leaders, on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) in New York.
The meeting was convened at the invitation of the US President Donald Trump and brought together H.H. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar; His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan; Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye; Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia; Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan; Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt; and Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed was accompanied at the meeting by Yousef Al Otaiba, the UAE Ambassador to the United States.
The discussions focused on ending the ongoing bloody war in Gaza, reaching a sustainable and lasting ceasefire, securing the release of all hostages and detainees, and taking decisive steps towards addressing the worsening humanitarian crisis facing civilians in the Gaza Strip.
During the meeting, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed commended the efforts of the US President Donald Trump to end the conflict, prevent further loss of life, alleviate the humanitarian tragedy in Gaza, and secure the release of all hostages and detainees.
The UAE top diplomat reaffirmed the UAE’s unwavering support for these efforts and for all initiatives that contribute to ending the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and achieving a peaceful settlement that ensures lasting peace and stability for the Palestinian and Israeli peoples, as well as for the wider region.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah also underscored the importance of avoiding unilateral measures that undermine international efforts to realise the two-state solution and establish an independent Palestinian state. He further emphasised the need to counter extremism and terrorism in all its forms, uphold the rule of law, and promote the values of tolerance, coexistence, and human fraternity across the region in a way that ensures the aspirations of its peoples for security, stability, prosperity, and sustainable development.
As World Maritime Day nears, (September 25) the Secretary General of InterManager points out that some senior managers need to look at themselves first if they are serious about improving the quality of life for seafarers.
With the theme of this year’s International Maritime Organization event being “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity” Captain Kuba Szymanski says the future of the ocean as a place of work puts serious obligations on maritime leaders to adopt a different approach to seafarer welfare.
“As a ship manager, and more importantly crew manager, the responsibility lies with us as leaders – there is no future unless we put our own house in order and make the ‘shop window’ attractive to welcome in the next generation of seafarers.”
Szymanski set forward his manifesto of what must happen to drive real progress for the benefit of seafarers:
• Fully equal to both genders • Social rights for seafarers equal to on shore employees • Stop the blame culture – allow for all existing rules and treaties to be implemented • End the criminalisation of seafarers and the use of them as scapegoats for activity beyond their control • A more serious and concerted effort to improve safety standards at…
FIRST VIEW: research & survey vessel –OCEAN VANGUARD
Ocean Vanguard. Durban. September 2025. Picture: Jumaine Kruger
The research and survey vessel OCEAN VANGUARD (IMO 9062934) arrived in the Port of Durban at 15:15 on Monday 15 September 2025, having arrived off port from Cape Town a short while earlier. Her presence in port last week is a reminder of the critical role hydrographic and geophysical surveys play in shaping port infrastructure, offshore energy planning, and maritime safety, among other reasons.
Built in 1993 by Scheepswerf Visser in Den Helder, Netherlands, the 32-year old vessel was originally launched as Geo Prospector, later renamed Geo Pacific, before assuming her current identity as Ocean Vanguard. She now sails under the Marshall Islands flag, operated by Ocean Infinity, a marine robotics company known for deploying autonomous and crewed vessels for deep-sea data acquisition.
Ocean Infinity is the company that was behind and involved with the successful 2022 mission to locate the Endurance – the long-lost ship of Ernest Shackleton’s infamous Antarctic expedition. Readers will recall the involvement of the South African research ship SA Agulhas which was charter to that successful…
Delivery of Merak, a third Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries
Maiden voyage underway to the U.S. Gulf to load propane and butane
Al Seer Marine fleet now totals 16 vessels, with two additional VLGCs under construction
Abu Dhabi, Thursday 18th of September 2025: Al Seer Marine (ADX: ASM), a frontrunner in advanced maritime solutions and a subsidiary of IHC, has announced with BGN the successful delivery of Merak, its third Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) equipped with ammonia-carrying capability.
The vessel was delivered through their joint venture, ABGC DMCC, underscoring the strong collaboration between the two partners in advancing maritime solutions and expanding dual-fuel fleet capacity.
Delivered on 14 August 2025 by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HSHI) in South Korea, with a capacity of 86,423 CBM, the vessel further establishes Al Seer Marine’s leadership in the global shipping industry. A syndicated sharia-compliant facility, led by the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), was used to finance the purchase of the Merak and two additional VLGCs.
Managed by Fleet Management Singapore, Merak has begun her first voyage to the US Gulf to load her initial shipment of propane and butane. Following the delivery of Merak, ABGC DMCC now anticipates the arrival of the two carriers currently under construction from its order placed in 2023: a VLGC from South Korea’s Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries, expected in November 2025, and an LPG/NH3 carrier from Japan’s Kawasaki Heavy Industries, scheduled for delivery in October 2025.
Guy Neivens, Chief Executive Officer of Al Seer Marine, said: “From the outset, we recognised the significant role of alternative fuel shipping in the transition of the global energy supply. Driven by this insight, we have shaped our strategy around fleet and cargo diversification to meet evolving market demands. This well-founded approach is reflected in the strong financial results for the first half of 2025, with a 20.2% increase in operational revenues and an 81.7% rise in gross profit. With the recent delivery of Merak, we reinforce our position at the forefront of holistic maritime solutions.”
Rüya Bayegan, BGN group CEO, commented: “We are pleased to be taking delivery of Merak, and the third in our strategic partnership with Al Seer Marine. This state-of-the-art vessel adds to our growing fleet of dual-fuel gas carriers capable of operating on both traditional fuels and lower emissions alternatives and underlines our commitment to contributing to industry-wide decarbonization efforts. With its advanced capabilities, the Merak also supports BGN’s strategic ambitions as we build on our success in the LPG market and scale our operations to expand into ammonia trading, which has always been a key objective in our growth plans.”
With the addition of Merak, Al Seer Marine currently operates a diverse fleet of 16 vessels, through direct ownership and joint ventures, spanning LPG carriers, crude and product tankers, Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), Medium Range (MR) tankers, bulk carriers, and VLGCs. This extensive fleet provides comprehensive coverage across key energy markets and underpins sustainable revenues and strong returns for investors.
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About Al Seer Marine (ASM)
Al Seer Marine (ADX: ASM), a subsidiary of International Holding Company (IHC), is a global maritime organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Our extensive service portfolio encompasses commercial shipping, yachting, boat building, large-scale 3D printing, unmanned vessel platforms and capabilities, and cutting-edge technological innovations. We seamlessly integrate top-tier services, innovative technological solutions, and a proven track record of operational excellence.
Whether it’s operating a fleet of superyachts with luxurious precision, owning & operating a fleet of commercial vessels, employing innovative additive manufacturing processes, or engineering futuristic unmanned vessels, Al Seer Marine stands as a beacon of expertise, capability, and excellence, capable of transforming any maritime vision into a reality.
Our comprehensive service approach ensures a seamless journey from conception to realization, leveraging the latest in commercial ship and yacht management innovations. Our dedicated boat building team not only excels in additive design techniques and precision builds but also offers extensive training and expert maintenance, ensuring the longevity and performance of our creations.
BGN is a growing, partnership-based international trading business that covers multiple energy products, transition bridge fuels, including LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), and other commodities.
Building on an 80-year heritage, BGN has evolved from a regional company into a formidable global business with operations that span 120 countries. It moves towards 50 million tons of commodities annually for a double-digit billion-dollar turnover.
The company has offices in Geneva, the world’s commodity trading capital, Dubai, Casablanca, Doha, Houston, Rotterdam, and Singapore. Worldwide, BGN companies employ close to 750 people at 22 locations.
Established in 1999, IHC has become the most valuable holding company in the Middle East and one of the world’s largest investment firms, with a market capitalization of AED 879.6 billion (USD 239.3 billion). Since then, it has transformed to represent a new generation of investors. IHC’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and economic diversification spans over 1,300 subsidiaries, driving growth across industries like Asset Management, Healthcare, Real Estate, Financial Services, IT, and more.
IHC continually looks beyond the stand-alone value of its assets for opportunities, stepping outside of traditional approaches and artificial barriers to unlock opportunities across its portfolio, enabling sector-agnostic Dynamic Value Networks and creating results that are often much greater than the sum of their parts.
At IHC, we take our responsibility to shareholders, customers, and employees seriously. Our commitment to responsible investment ensures that we create sustainable value by staying connected to the communities we serve, making a positive difference with every investment.
تم بناء الناقلة “ميراك”، ناقلة الغاز البترولي المُسال العملاقة الثالثة، وتسليمها من قبل “هيونداي سامهو للصناعات الثقيلة”.
انطلقت الرحلة الأولى للناقلة “ميراك” نحو ساحل خليج الولايات المتحدة لتحميل البروبان والبيوتان.
بهذا التسليم، يبلغ أسطول “الصير مارين” 16 سفينة، مع وجود ناقلتين إضافيتين قيد البناء.
أبوظبي، الخميس 18سبتمبر 2025: أعلنت شركة الصير للمعدات والتوريدات البحرية، الشركة الرائدة في قطاع الشحن البحري والتابعة للشركة العالمية القابضة، وشركة “بي جي إن”، عن تسلّم الناقلة “ميراك”، ناقلة الغاز البترولي المُسال العملاقة الثالثة، والمجهزة بقدرات لنقل الأمونيا، ضمن أسطول كيانهما المشترك “إي بي جي سي” في مركز دبي للسلع المتعددة،.
وقد تم بناء وتسليم الناقلة “ميراك” بتاريخ 14 أغسطس 2025، من قبل شركة “هيونداي سامهو للصناعات الثقيلة” الكورية، وتبلغ سعتها 86,423 مترًا مكعبًا، ما يعزز مكانة “الصير مارين” الريادية عالميًا في صناعة الشحن البحري. وقد تولى بنك أبوظبي الإسلامي قيادة عملية تمويل شراء “ميراك” مع ناقلتين إضافيتين تم تسليمهما سابقًا، عبر تسهيلات مصرفية متوافقة مع الشريعة الإسلامية.
وتم الاتفاق مع شركة “فليت مانجمنت” العاملة في سنغافورة لإدارة الناقلة “ميراك”، والتي بدأت رحلتها الأولى متجهة إلى ساحل خليج الولايات المتحدة لتحميل شحنتها الأولى من البروبان والبيوتان. ومع انضمام الناقلة الجديدة للأسطول، يتبقى للكيان المشترك استلام ناقلتين إضافيتين من طلبيات بناء السفن التي تم إبرامها عام 2023؛ الأولى ناقلة غاز/أمونيا يتم بناؤها في اليابان من قبل شركة “كاواساكي للصناعات الثقيلة”، والمقرر تسليمها في أكتوبر 2025، والثانية ناقلة غاز بترولي مُسال عملاقة يتم بناؤها من قبل شركة ه”هيونداي سامهو للصناعات الثقيلة” الكورية، ويتوقع تسليمها في نوفمبر 2025.
حول هذا الإنجاز، قال جاي نيفينز، الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة الصير للمعدات والتوريدات البحرية: “أدركنا مبكرًا أهمية قطاع شحن الوقود البديل في تحول إمدادات الطاقة عالميًا. وقمنا بصياغة استراتيجيتنا لامتلاك أسطول من الناقلات المتنوعة في حمولتها وأحجامها، كي نكون على أهبة الاستعداد لتلبية مختلف طلبات الشحن في أسواق سريعة التغير. وقد آتت تلك الرؤية أكلها، وحققت عوائد استثنائية انعكست على نتائجنا المالية للنصف الأول من العام 2025؛ حيث ارتفعت إيراداتنا التشغيلية بنسبة 20.2%، وقفز ربحنا الإجمالي بنسبة 81.7%. وسيسهم تسلّم الناقلة ’ميراك‘ بتعزيز مكانتنا في صدارة مزودي حلول الشحن البحري الشاملة لمنتجات الطاقة والبتروكيماويات.”
من جانبها، قالت رؤيا بايغان، الرئيس التنفيذي لمجموعة “بي جي إن”: “يمثل تسلّم الناقلة ’ميراك‘ حدثًا استثنائيًا في مسيرتنا، باعتبارها السفينة الثالثة ضمن شراكتنا الاستراتيجية مع الصير مارين. وتُعد هذه السفينة المتطورة إضافة نوعية لأسطولنا المتنامي من ناقلات الغاز ثنائية الوقود، والقادرة على العمل بالوقود التقليدي والبدائل منخفضة الانبعاثات؛ ما يؤكد التزامنا بالجهود العالمية لخفض غازات الدفيئة. وستدعم ’ميراك‘ بإمكاناتها خططنا الاستراتيجية بتوسيع عملياتنا في تجارة الأمونيا، والتي تشكل على الدوام هدفًا رئيسًا في خططنا للنمو.”
ويبلغ أسطول “الصير مارين” بانضمام الناقلة “ميراك”، 16 سفينة، سواء بالملكية المباشرة أو عبر كياناتها المشتركة مع رواد قطاع الشحن البحري، ويضم أسطول الشركة مجموعة من ناقلات الغاز البترولي المُسال، وناقلات النفط الخام والمنتجات البترولية، وناقلات النفط العملاقة، إضافة إلى عدد من الناقلات متوسطة المدى، وسفن البضائع السائبة، وناقلات الغاز البترولي المُسال العملاقة. ويستطيع هذا الأسطول المتنوع توفير تغطية شاملة لمختلف طلبات شحن منتجات الطاقة من الأسواق العالمية، ما يحقق إيرادات مستدامة وعوائد مرتفعة للمستثمرين.
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نبذة عن الصير للمعدات والتوريدات البحرية:
تعتبر شركة الصير للمعدات والتوريدات البحرية (ADX: ASM) مؤسسة عالمية رائدة في القطاع البحري، ومقرها أبوظبي. تقدم الشركة مجموعة واسعة من خدمات الشحن التجاري، وإدارة اليخوت، وبناء القوارب، والطباعة ثلاثية الأبعاد للمجسمات الضخمة، إضافة إلى قدراتها في تطوير السفن والمنصات غير المأهولة ذاتية القيادة، وعدد من الابتكارات التكنولوجية المتقدمة. تدمج الشركة خدماتها عالية المستوى مع الحلول التكنولوجية المبتكرة، وتمتلك سجلًا حافلًا بالتميز في أدائها التشغيلي.
تأسست الشركة العالمية القابضة عام 1999، ونجحت في بناء مكانة مرموقة فأصبحت اليوم الشركة القابضة الأعلى قيمةً في الشرق الأوسط وإحدى أكبر شركات الاستثمار على مستوى العالم، بقيمة تبلغ 879.6 مليار درهم إماراتي (أي ما يعادل239.3 مليار دولار أمريكي). وشهدت الشركة منذ تأسيسها الكثير من التحولات الاستراتيجية لتُمثل اليوم جيلاً جديداً من المستثمرين. وتلتزم الشركة التزاماً راسخاً بالاستدامة والابتكار ودعم مسيرة التنويع الاقتصادي من خلال محفظتها الواسعة التي تضم أكثر من 1,300شركة تابعة، تساهم جميعها في دفع المسيرة التنموية في قطاعات حيوية عديدة، مثل إدارة الأصول والرعاية الصحية والعقارات والخدمات المالية وتكنولوجيا المعلومات وغيرها.
ويركز نهج الشركة العالمية القابضة على البحث المستمر عن الفرص عبر تكامل محفظة أصولها وتخطي الحواجز والابتعاد عن الأساليب والمنهجيات التقليدية، ما يمكنها من بناء شبكة علاقات وشراكات حيوية لتعزيز القيمة وتسجيل أفضل النتائج وتحقيق نمو واسع النطاق عبر مختلف القطاعات.
تلتزم الشركة العالمية القابضة بالوفاء بمسؤولياتها تجاه المساهمين والعملاء والموظفين، وتحرص على الاستثمار بحس عالٍ من المسؤولية لضمان تحقيق قيمة مستدامة من خلال التواصل المستمر مع المجتمعات التي تزاول فيها أعمالها، وإحداث تأثير إيجابي مع كل استثمار.
Delivery of Merak, a third Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries
Maiden voyage underway to the U.S. Gulf to load propane and butane
Al Seer Marine fleet now totals 16 vessels, with two additional VLGCs under construction
Abu Dhabi, Thursday 18th of September 2025: Al Seer Marine (ADX: ASM), a frontrunner in advanced maritime solutions and a subsidiary of IHC, has announced with BGN the successful delivery of Merak, its third Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) equipped with ammonia-carrying capability.
The vessel was delivered through their joint venture, ABGC DMCC, underscoring the strong collaboration between the two partners in advancing maritime solutions and expanding dual-fuel fleet capacity.
Delivered on 14 August 2025 by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HSHI) in South Korea, with a capacity of 86,423 CBM, the vessel further establishes Al Seer Marine’s leadership in the global shipping industry. A syndicated sharia-compliant facility, led by the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), was used to finance the purchase of the Merak and two additional VLGCs.
Managed by Fleet Management Singapore, Merak has begun her first voyage to the US Gulf to load her initial shipment of propane and butane. Following the delivery of Merak, ABGC DMCC now anticipates the arrival of the two carriers currently under construction from its order placed in 2023: a VLGC from South Korea’s Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries, expected in November 2025, and an LPG/NH3 carrier from Japan’s Kawasaki Heavy Industries, scheduled for delivery in October 2025.
Guy Neivens, Chief Executive Officer of Al Seer Marine, said: “From the outset, we recognised the significant role of alternative fuel shipping in the transition of the global energy supply. Driven by this insight, we have shaped our strategy around fleet and cargo diversification to meet evolving market demands. This well-founded approach is reflected in the strong financial results for the first half of 2025, with a 20.2% increase in operational revenues and an 81.7% rise in gross profit. With the recent delivery of Merak, we reinforce our position at the forefront of holistic maritime solutions.”
Rüya Bayegan, BGN group CEO, commented: “We are pleased to be taking delivery of Merak, and the third in our strategic partnership with Al Seer Marine. This state-of-the-art vessel adds to our growing fleet of dual-fuel gas carriers capable of operating on both traditional fuels and lower emissions alternatives and underlines our commitment to contributing to industry-wide decarbonization efforts. With its advanced capabilities, the Merak also supports BGN’s strategic ambitions as we build on our success in the LPG market and scale our operations to expand into ammonia trading, which has always been a key objective in our growth plans.”
With the addition of Merak, Al Seer Marine currently operates a diverse fleet of 16 vessels, through direct ownership and joint ventures, spanning LPG carriers, crude and product tankers, Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), Medium Range (MR) tankers, bulk carriers, and VLGCs. This extensive fleet provides comprehensive coverage across key energy markets and underpins sustainable revenues and strong returns for investors.
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About Al Seer Marine (ASM)
Al Seer Marine (ADX: ASM), a subsidiary of International Holding Company (IHC), is a global maritime organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Our extensive service portfolio encompasses commercial shipping, yachting, boat building, large-scale 3D printing, unmanned vessel platforms and capabilities, and cutting-edge technological innovations. We seamlessly integrate top-tier services, innovative technological solutions, and a proven track record of operational excellence.
Whether it’s operating a fleet of superyachts with luxurious precision, owning & operating a fleet of commercial vessels, employing innovative additive manufacturing processes, or engineering futuristic unmanned vessels, Al Seer Marine stands as a beacon of expertise, capability, and excellence, capable of transforming any maritime vision into a reality.
Our comprehensive service approach ensures a seamless journey from conception to realization, leveraging the latest in commercial ship and yacht management innovations. Our dedicated boat building team not only excels in additive design techniques and precision builds but also offers extensive training and expert maintenance, ensuring the longevity and performance of our creations.
BGN is a growing, partnership-based international trading business that covers multiple energy products, transition bridge fuels, including LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), and other commodities.
Building on an 80-year heritage, BGN has evolved from a regional company into a formidable global business with operations that span 120 countries. It moves towards 50 million tons of commodities annually for a double-digit billion-dollar turnover.
The company has offices in Geneva, the world’s commodity trading capital, Dubai, Casablanca, Doha, Houston, Rotterdam, and Singapore. Worldwide, BGN companies employ close to 750 people at 22 locations.
Established in 1999, IHC has become the most valuable holding company in the Middle East and one of the world’s largest investment firms, with a market capitalization of AED 879.6 billion (USD 239.3 billion). Since then, it has transformed to represent a new generation of investors. IHC’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and economic diversification spans over 1,300 subsidiaries, driving growth across industries like Asset Management, Healthcare, Real Estate, Financial Services, IT, and more.
IHC continually looks beyond the stand-alone value of its assets for opportunities, stepping outside of traditional approaches and artificial barriers to unlock opportunities across its portfolio, enabling sector-agnostic Dynamic Value Networks and creating results that are often much greater than the sum of their parts.
At IHC, we take our responsibility to shareholders, customers, and employees seriously. Our commitment to responsible investment ensures that we create sustainable value by staying connected to the communities we serve, making a positive difference with every investment.
ABU DHABI, 24th August, 2025 (WAM) — Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have sent separate messages of condolences to H.H. Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, on the passing of Sheikha Suad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
The messages were sent by Their Highnesses the Rulers, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla of Umm Al Qaiwain, and Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi of Ras Al Khaimah.
Their Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers also sent similar messages of condolences to the Kuwaiti Emir.
