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9/11/24, 1:08 PM 7X unveils commemorative stamps for Dubai Metro's 15th anniversary - Emirati Times
and impact of the iconic transit system, which has become a symbol of the
city’s rapid growth and modern infrastructure.

The stamp series features key landmarks and moments in the Metro’s

history, from the inauguration of its Red Line in 2009 to its recent
expansions, including the Expo 2020 route. The designs capture the sleek

architecture of Dubai’s futuristic stations and the Metro’s role in connecting
major districts across the city. The limited-edition stamps are aimed at

collectors and the general public, offering a unique keepsake to
commemorate Dubai Metro’s legacy.

The launch event took place at the RTA headquarters in Dubai in the
presence of H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the

Board of Executive Directors at RTA, attended by Obaid Al Qatami, Chief
Corporate Affairs Officer at 7X, Ayoub Ahli, General Manager of Emirates

Post, Ahmed Mahboob, CEO of the Corporate Administrative Support
Services Sector at RTA, and other key directors and representatives from

both organizations.

Obaid Al Qatami said that, “We are honoured to collaborate with RTA in

celebration of this remarkable milestone, which highlights the UAE’s
commitment to sustainability through the development of integrated,

smart infrastructure. Dubai Metro symbolises our wise leadership’s forward-
thinking vision, and it serves as the core of Dubai’s exemplary

transportation system, positioning the Emirate as a global pioneer of smart
transportation. Through the launch of the commemorative stamps, we aim

to showcase Dubai Metro’s role as a key enabler of sustainable and smart

urban transportation.”
“We are delighted to celebrate this historic milestone of Dubai Metro, the

cornerstone of Dubai’s public transportation system, in partnership with 7X.

The commemorative stamp, while honouring the metro’s 15th anniversary,
will also memorialise a key event in the history of UAE’s public

transportation. The collaboration aims to highlight Dubai Metro’s role as
the backbone of urban mobility, offering both residents and visitors a

convenient mode of transportation within the Emirate of Dubai,” Ahmed
Mahboob commented on the launch.

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