King of Morocco honours Mohammed Al Gergawi with The Royal Medal

DUBAI, 1 August 2005: The King of Morocco, His Highness Mohammed the Sixth, presented 'The Royal Medal' to Mohammed Al Gergawi, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding.The medal was presented to Al Gergawi for his successful efforts and key role in enhancing the strong economic and business relations between the brotherly countries of the UAE and Morocco.

The Medal Presentation Ceremony took place in Tanja in the presence of the Moroccan Crown Prince and a number of royal guests and dignitaries on the anniversary of the King's Coronation Day.

Al Gergawi delivered the compliments and warm regards of His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE Minister of Defence, to H.H. King Mohammed the Sixth.

The Dubai Holding CEO also stressed upon the high level of awareness among the UAE leadership in pursuing close corporation between Morocco and other Arabic counties in various fields to guarantee improvement, progress and development of the region.

Al Gergawi said he was honoured to have been chosen to receive The Royal Medal. He stressed upon the strong relations between the two countries, which have existed since long decades and which have become a model for Arabic cooperation.