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3/3/25, 11:53 AM Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri participates in Kerala's 'Year of Community Run'
participation, which took place during his visit to Kerala for the Invest Kerala

Global Summit, came at the special invitation of UAE-based VPS Healthcare

Managing Director and Chairman Shamsheer Vayalil.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced the 'Year of

Community' as the UAE's 2025 theme to encourage active contributions to society

through community service, volunteering, and impactful initiatives. The theme aims

to promote a culture of shared responsibility and drive collective progress.

In alignment with this vision, Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri participated in the 5km

'Year of Community' Run, running alongside Vayalil and over 100 participants,

reinforcing the importance of inclusivity and community engagement. AN

Shamseer, Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly, flagged off the run, kicking

off an event that saw enthusiastic participation from various segments of society.

While speaking to reporters after completing the run, Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri

said, 'In the UAE, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced

2025 as the Year of Community. We started a community engagement initiative

with my brother, Dr Shamsheer, in Kannur, Kerala. I am so happy to be here today

and take part in it. Next year, we should ensure another run here with the people of

Kerala.'

The organizers said, 'We are honoured to have Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Cabinet

Member and UAE Minister of Economy, join us for this special event. His presence
has elevated the theme and spirit of the 'Year of Community Run.' We hope such

initiatives will continue to strengthen community-driven efforts between both
countries and inspire greater awareness around sports, wellness, and social

engagement.'

The Kannur Beach Run 2025, organized by the North Malabar Chamber of

Commerce, lived up to its reputation as one of Kerala's premier running events,

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