Prepared by: Benoi Nair

Photographer: Sultan Almarzooqi

Dubai, UAE:

Union Coop, the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE becomes the Platinum sponsor for the 23rd Dubai International Holy Quran Award. This latest move from Union Coop is a part of the firm’s commitment to spreading the true values of Islam and the Holy Quran. Moreover, Union Coop also aims to encourage the youth to follow the blessed teachings of Islam, by understanding the correct Islamic values, teachings and guidelines.

Speaking about the holy Quran awards, HE Majid Hamad Rahmah Al Shamsi – Chairman of Union said, “Dubai International Holy Quran Award has contributed to Dubai in numerous ways and one of them is helping in positioning itself as a global destination serving the religion of Islam, where the sacred teachings of Islam is engraved deep within the community by helping youth memorize the Holy Quran. Our support for this prestigious awards stems from our strategic objectives of serving our community, under the wise leadership of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and ruler of Dubai”

On the occasion, Mr. Abdulla M.Rafia Al Dallal, Secretary of Board of Directors, Union Coop received the honoring of Union Coop from H.E. Ibrahim Mohamed Bu Melha, Adviser to the Ruler of Dubai for Cultural and Humanitarian Affairs and head of DIHQA Organizing Committee, for supporting the 23rd session of the Dubai Holy Quran Award. The award is organized from 2 – 14 Ramadan 1440 at the Dubai Chamber.