MoF Organises a Series of Humanitarian Initiatives and Events as Part of Zayed Humanitarian Action Day
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 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 UAE Red Crescent’s ‘For Your Sake, Somalia’ campaign, and in cooperation with Dubai Courts, a social awareness lecture presented by the family guide Mohammed Abdul Karim.
HE Mariam Mohammed Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary 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, may God rest his soul. "The Ministry of Finance is committed to its community role, implementing initiatives that enhance the UAE's status as a global center of unconditional goodness, excellence, and generosity." HE 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 HE Younis Haji Al Khoori, Undersecretary of 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.
Background Information
UAE Ministry of Finance
The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) is responsible for implementing all fiscal, monetary and industrial policies related to the UAE’s economic development. Among its core responsibilities are the preparation and allocation of the Federal Budget and the management of the government’s financial position.