Dubai Media Corporation has completed all preparations for a musical evening titled "In Love with Dubai", scheduled to be broadcast on Dubai TV and Sama Dubai screens, coinciding with New Year's celebrations. The evening will celebrate the vision and unique ideas of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the State, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, which have influenced Dubai's developmental journey, enhanced its leadership and international standing, and cemented its presence as the best city in the world to work, live, and visit. The event is part of Dubai Media's strategy to provide innovative media content that reflects national identity and local cultural values, and contributes to showcasing Dubai's story and future vision through quality programs with distinctive human and cultural dimensions. The evening, to be broadcast live at 9:15 PM UAE time, will be hosted by media personalities Ahmed Abdullah and Ruaa Al Sabban from a special studio set up by the corporation in Dubai Future Foundation. The event will feature the artist Asala Nasri, who will perform a selection of poems by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, written in both Nabati and classical Arabic, to reveal their unique rhythms, meters, and aesthetics. Among the most prominent poems are "I Hear the Echo of Your Voice", "Congratulations", and "You Are as You Are". The evening will also include a selection of poems by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, which explore a range of inspiring human and national themes. Among these are the poems "Smile", "Soul and Soul", and "The Meaningful Friend". The event will also feature performances of several songs, including "Longing", "Goodness and Charm", "Like My Soul", "More Than I Dream Of", and "Thank You". The evening will also feature a series of special segments and reports celebrating the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Among these is the report "Life Taught Me", which presents selected excerpts from the first part of His Highness's new book "Life Taught Me". The book is a culmination of His Highness's 60-year experience and leadership philosophy, comprising 35 chapters that document key milestones of his journey in leadership, governance, and life, serving as an intellectual and reference guide for current and future generations. Salem Al Bawab, Executive Director of Media Content at Dubai Media, said: "'In Love with Dubai' is a cultural and national platform that celebrates the poetic beauty of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, as their poems carry cognitive values, deep human reflections, and wisdom drawn from life and leadership experience. These poetic works are a creative chronicle of Dubai and the UAE's journey, an embodiment of their approach to work, and their continuous support for the comprehensive development and renaissance that Dubai is witnessing." He confirmed that the evening adds significant value to the map of cultural and media content provided by Dubai Media, as it contains comprehensive segments that reflect national identity and authentic local culture, noting that the corporation focused on preparing a dedicated team with extensive media experience and high professionalism to ensure an evening that befits Dubai's stature and aligns with the corporation's commitment to delivering impactful media content that matches the emirate's distinctive achievements and enhances its global cultural presence. Quality Reports The evening's segments include a report on "The Family", highlighting the goals of the "Year of the Family" and its role in instilling authentic values and strengthening family bonds and relationships as the foundation of societal stability. The "Rulers and People" report sheds light on the nature of the relationship between the UAE's rulers and the community, along with other reports on Dubai's efforts in future foresight and shaping its landscape.
"The evening" will host artist Asala Nasri, who will perform a selection of poems by Mohammed bin Rashid and Hamdan bin Mohammed.
