Crown Prince of Morocco Inaugurates 17th El Jadida Horse Show, Visits UAE Heritage Pavilion
His Royal Highness Prince Moulay El Hassan toured the UAE's cultural exhibition, celebrating Emirati equestrian traditions and heritage craftsmanship at the prestigious international event.
The Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Morocco graced the inauguration of the El Jadida Horse Show’s 17th edition with a visit to the UAE Pavilion, an occasion that underscored the profound cultural and fraternal bonds between the two nations. His Royal Highness Prince Moulay El Hassan was received by Omar Al Tunaiji, Chargé d’Affaires at the UAE Embassy in the Kingdom of Morocco, alongside a distinguished delegation of Emirati cultural and equestrian specialists.
The UAE Pavilion, a collaborative endeavour between the Emirates Arabian Horse Society and the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, offered an immersive journey through the richness of Emirati cultural expression. The exhibition presented a curated selection of traditional experiences, including captivating demonstrations of Al Sadu weaving, displays of authentic Emirati attire, exquisite gold craftsmanship, traditional dakhoun and perfumery, and the UAE Arabian Horse Studbook, complemented by comprehensive publications and visual materials celebrating the country’s heritage legacy.
Mohammed Ahmed Al Harbi, Director-General of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society, articulated that the UAE’s participation reflected deep rooted historical ties between the nations, particularly regarding heritage preservation and equestrian traditions. He emphasised that the event fostered opportunities to demonstrate the significance of purebred Arabian horses within Emirati cultural identity and to strengthen institutional cooperation and knowledge exchange with leading Arabian horse specialists, notably those in Morocco.
The comprehensive programme extended beyond static displays, encompassing equestrian performances, traditional folk-art presentations, interactive workshops, a horse poetry competition for Moroccan poets, and an art competition. These elements created an engaging platform for international visitors to experience authentic Emirati cultural traditions whilst fostering meaningful dialogue and expertise sharing between the two nations.
Obaid Khalfan Al Mazrouei, Acting Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, highlighted that the Authority’s participation aimed to promote Emirati heritage on the international stage and emphasise the nation’s enduring cultural connection to horses and equestrian traditions. He underscored how the exhibition provided a distinguished venue for showcasing Emirati customs, traditional crafts and folk arts whilst deepening cooperative relationships with heritage institutions across borders.
Upon concluding his visit, the Crown Prince received commemorative gifts and a specially published volume titled The Art of Tshouleeb in Emirati Heritage, a publication of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society that further exemplified the sophisticated cultural exchange taking place.
Source: WAM