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robust tourism offerings and logistical strengths. This, in turn, will play a vital role in boosting the local economy,
particularly the tourism and hospitality sectors.”

Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Body Building and
Fitness Federation, highlighted the UAE’s organising of the Asian Bodybuilding and Fitness Championship in Ajman
as a significant addition to the UAE’s track record of professionally and uniquely conducting sports events. He also
expressed his appreciation for the support and patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown
Prince of Ajman, noting that it lays the foundation for the exceptional hosting of the ongoing championship in
Ajman. He further emphasised that the event plays a key role in advancing the sport of bodybuilding across

local, regional and global arenas. In addition, the event is expected to pave the way for a meaningful transition by
fostering this sport as an integral part of the lifestyle while encouraging stronger and long-term participation in
bodybuilding and fitness events in the future.

Furthermore, Sheikh Abdullah Al Sharqi pointed out that Ajman’s modern infrastructure, combined with the
esteemed reputation of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, reflects the robust confidence in attaining
continued success for Emirati sport. He also extended his best wishes to all athletes, encouraging them to embrace
the championship’s spirit of healthy competition as they strive to realise their rightful ambitions.

H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General, Ajman Tourism Development Department, said: “This renowned
championship offers us a significant platform to demonstrate our remarkable organisational capabilities and highlight
Ajman’s leading tourism and cultural attractions. In addition, it serves as a major milestone in our continuous efforts
to reinforce Ajman’s position as an ideal location to host major regional and international events while paving the
way for sustainable local economic growth and advancing national development goals.”

The championship commenced with an official inauguration ceremony, which was hosted by Tourism Development
Department, marking the beginning of competitions across various categories. These include Classic Bodybuilding
(Juniors, Men, and Masters), Women’s Acrobatics, Women’s Artistic Fitness, Fit Model (Women, Juniors, and
Masters), Men’s Fitness, Women’s and Masters Physique, Women’s Fit Model, Women’s Physique, Body Fitness
(Women, Juniors, and Masters), Women’s Body Fitness, Women’s and Juniors Wellness, Open Fit Pairs, and Bikini
(Juniors and Women).

The event serves as a thriving platform offering various opportunities to highlight Ajman’s organisational capabilities
and exhibit its tourism and cultural assets. Furthermore, it exemplifies the robust collaboration between all
stakeholders, especially Tourism Development Department and the Emirates Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation.
The move comes in line with the ambitious vision of the wise leadership to strengthen Ajman’s tourism and sports
sectors to host championships and international events, further reinforcing the emirate’s standing as a global leader.

This championship marks a significant step in Ajman’s broader strategy to promote synergy between tourism and
sports sectors, in line with the ambitious goal to position the emirate as one of the most sought-after destinations
for major sporting events. Furthermore, the event underscores Ajman’s rapidly developing infrastructure, especially
in tourism and logistics, which exemplifies its potential to host world-class gatherings while contributing to local
economic growth, empowering the tourism and hospitality sector and opening new investment opportunities across
these vital sectors.

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