VIDEO: Sheikh Mohammed receives defence ministers attending Dubai Airshow 2021

VIDEO: Sheikh Mohammed receives defence ministers attending Dubai Airshow 2021

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, also attended the reception. Welcoming the official delegations taking part in the Airshow, Sheikh Mohammed said this year’s edition is taking place at a time where the aviation industry is regaining its growth momentum following a challenging period in the last two years. Wishing attendees a successful participation, His Highness said the Airshow offers an exceptional opportunity to share path-breaking innovations and technologies and discuss new ideas that can shape the industry’s future. The reception was also attended by Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum; Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Bowardi, Minister of State for Defence Affairs; and Lt. General Hamad Mohammed Thani Al Rumaithi, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces. "We welcome delegations from over 140 countries attending this edition of the Dubai Airshow, which will help the global aviation industry chart a new course for itself in the post-pandemic phase. The event brings global aviation decision makers together to discuss fresh initiatives for the industry’s growth and development," His Highness said. "We have an opportunity to work together to speed up the recovery of the sector and explore new collaboration opportunities that will