In a celebration highlighting family values and social unity, 127 employees were married at a grand mass wedding ceremony held in Dubai. The event was jointly organized by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) and Dubai Customs at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
The ceremony was attended by Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as the chief guest. Of the 127 grooms, 87 were from GDRFA Dubai, 34 from Dubai Customs, and six from the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation. This marks the 12th edition of the joint mass wedding initiative organized by the two departments.
Sheikh Mansoor emphasized that the family is the cornerstone of society and noted that such initiatives provide strong support for young Emiratis to begin married life with confidence and pride. He added that the event aligns with the UAE’s “Year of the Family” and the Social Agenda 33, both of which aim to strengthen family cohesion and social harmony.
Among those present were Saeed bin Ahmed Khalifa Al Maktoum, Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of GDRFA Dubai, and Dr. Abdullah Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs.
Lieutenant General Al Marri stated that empowering youth and easing financial and social burdens are key pillars of the UAE’s vision. Dr. Busenad described the initiative as a practical model that enhances social welfare and strengthens family bonds under the “Year of the Family 2026.”
The newlyweds expressed gratitude to the UAE leadership for their continued support in promoting stable and prosperous family life.
