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9/22/25, 8:49 AM Dubai Customs celebrates new graduates of “Masar 33” in partnership with “Kafa’at” program - Eye of Riyadh
During the ceremony, Rashid Al Sharid, Executive Director, Administration and Finance Division at Dubai Customs, expressed
pride in the graduates, stating:
"Investing in people is the most worthwhile investment, and empowering national talent is the cornerstone of economic

leadership. Today, you have proven your readiness to play an active role in enhancing the business environment and
strengthening the nation’s competitiveness."

Al Sharid emphasized that the Academy is more than a training institution—it is a national center of expertise, equipping new
generations and building human capital capable of leading the future. He highlighted that the Academy’s programs combine
theory and practical experience according to global best practices, and that this graduation represents a qualitative leap
toward preparing a new generation of specialists ready to drive transformation in the logistics sector and reinforce Dubai’s
position as a global hub for trade and logistics services.

This achievement reflects collaboration among the UAE Council for Competitiveness of National Talent, the Ministry of Human
Resources and Emiratization, and the Dubai Government Human Resources Department, all working under a unified national

vision to empower Emirati talent across key sectors.

The program also received strong support from leading companies that recruited graduates, including Maersk, FedEx, Aramex,
DHL, Al Ghurair, and CMA-CGM, showcasing the private sector’s commitment to supporting national talent and contributing to

a knowledge-based, sustainable economy that enhances the UAE’s global competitiveness.

Al Sharid concluded the ceremony with a motivational message to the graduates:

"This is not the end of the road—it’s the beginning. Today, you carry the torch of excellence, and we are confident you will
continue your journey with steady steps toward a brighter future."

The Dubai Logistics Academy continues to play a strategic role in capacity building and talent development, designing
specialized programs that combine theory and practical application according to world-class standards. The Academy provides

a comprehensive learning environment, preparing graduates to become active pillars supporting supply chains and the
logistics sector, a vital artery of Dubai and the UAE’s economy.

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