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on local handicrafts, and a children’s corner for hosting artistic events, competitions and

educational activities.

H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General of ADTD said: “In its tenth year and with

its remarkable success today, the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival proves its importance as

a cultural platform that consolidates the local heritage and supports farmers, beekeepers and

local project owners, strengthening the emirate's position as a prominent destination for

traditional events.”

He added: “At the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, we are keen to expand and

diversify the agenda of events with each session, developing content and achieving broad local

and regional community participation. This reflects our dedication to highlighting Ajman's role as

an emirate that preserves the Emirati identity and authentic values and seeks to transfer them

to future generations.”

The 10 edition hosted a series of workshops, most notably drawing on palm trunk, medal making
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using weaving techniques, the diamond coloring workshop, Suroud decoration workshop, Al

Jafeer decorating workshop, and many others. It also held daily auctions for dates, honey and

various traditional artefacts, part of the proceeds of which will be allocated to charity, in addition

to traditional events that highlighted the Emirati culture.

The event attracted widespread participation from the country’s emirates, through its unique

contests featuring various categories, including the Emirates of Ajman, North Emirates, Other