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Princess Haya Receives the Longines Ladies Award

  June 16, 2015 at 8:08 am by

HRH Princess Haya bint Al Hussein received on Monday the 2015 Longines Ladies Award in recognition of “her understanding elegance as a competitor, a woman and a leader working tireless for the good of the equestrian sports.” The Princess, who was a former Olympic showjumper and a two-term President of the FEI, gave thanks to all women who have helped her along the way. View image | gettyimages.com The ceremony … Continue reading →

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Dubai’s Ruler and Wife Princess Haya At Epsom Derby

  June 6, 2015 at 9:00 pm by

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Princess Haya bint Al Hussein and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai attended the Epsom Downs Derby today. On the sideline of the race, Sheikh Mohammed, Princess Haya and Sheikh Hamdan met with Queen Elizabeth II. They talked about the horse races, Queen Elizabeth praised … Continue reading →

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Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Meets King Mohammed VI

  May 5, 2015 at 2:25 am by

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, welcomed King Mohammed VI of Morocco with an official reception at Al Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi. During the welcoming ceremony, the UAE and Moroccan national anthems were played and a 21-gun salute was fired. King Mohammed and Sheikh Mohammed held talks about cooperation between the two countries and ways to strengthen ties in various fields. The King … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Opens Humanitarian Conference

  March 26, 2015 at 1:30 pm by

Princess Haya Bint Al Hussain opened the 12th Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD). The conference talks about poverty and how to reduce poverty and suffering around the world. Princess Haya gave a short speech at the opening. The conference was also attended by Prince Hassan Bin Talal of Jordan. Prince Hassan also spoke at the conference.

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Princess Haya At Two Events In Dubai

  January 31, 2015 at 11:16 am by

On January 28, Princess Haya bint Al Hussein officially opened the Zayed bin Mohammed Family Gathering in Dubai. Princess Haya toured the gathering, watched a traditional band show and a traditional Emirati wedding ceremony. She also toured the event’s museum. Princess Haya hailed the efforts that have gone into organising the event. The event is organized by the Dubai Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities (DDIACA). On January 29, … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Awarded With 2015 Hunger Hero Award

  January 23, 2015 at 6:11 am by

Princess Haya bint Al Hussain, the wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai and a former WFP Ambassador Against Hunger, has been awarded by the United Nation’s World Food Programme with the 2015 Hunger Hero Award. Princess Haya, a United Nations Messenger of Peace and the chairwoman of the International Humanitarian City in Dubai, received the award during the World Leaders Dinner … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Presides Over Her Last FEI Annual Meeting

  December 15, 2014 at 9:09 pm by

Princess Haya of Jordan presided her last FEI General Assembly as President of the International Ecuestrian Federantion (FEI) in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Jordanian princess announced in August she will not stand for a third term, as she wants to prioritize her family and her two children. During her stay in Azerbaijan she was received by the President, Ilham Aliyev, at the Presidential Palace in Baku. On Sunday, on her final … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Awarded Olympic Trophy In Monaco

  December 10, 2014 at 2:01 am by

FEI President Princess Haya Al Hussein has been awarded the Trophy of the International Olympic Committee. Princess Haya accepted the award from IOC President Thomas Bach during the 127th IOC Session which was held in Monaco. The trophy was awarded to the FEI President for her recognition of her work during the eight years as the FEI President and her commitment of work as an IOC member. IOC President Thomas … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Awards Queen Elizabeth II FEI Lifetime Achievement Award

  November 27, 2014 at 3:32 am by

The FEI President, Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein of Jordan, awarded Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II the first FEI Lifetime Achievement award. Her Majesty received the award for her recognition as a leading role as a supporter of equestrian sport. Princess Haya who was dressed in a blue dress with her hair in a simple bun presented the award which was a white gold and diamond broach of nine interlinked … Continue reading →

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Queen Rania Visits The UAE

  October 18, 2014 at 8:22 pm by

Queen Rania of Jordan paid a short visit to Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, where she participated in the “Investing In the Future” conference (IIF MENA) which was held for refugee children in the MENA region. The Queen addressed the audience during the opening ceremony and highlighted the problems facing the refugees and their hosting communities. Her Majesty noted that “the year 2014 has witnessed the largest human displacement; one disaster … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Receives ‘Legion of Honour’ From France

  September 7, 2014 at 10:52 pm by

Princess Haya Bint Al Hussain, wife of Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was honoured with the National Order of the Legion of Honour. The Legion of Honour is France’s highest decoration. Princess Haya, FEI President, received it in recognition of her efforts of the equestrian sport. Princess Haya received the award from Laurent Fabius, French Minister of … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Receives Prize of the City of Aachen

  July 23, 2014 at 4:05 am by

FEI President Princess Haya has been awarded the Prize of the City of Aachen on Sunday July 20th. Princess Haya received the award in recognition of her commitment to equestrian sport. She received the award from the City of Aachen Major of the City of Aachen Marcel Philipp in a ceremony in the held in the main arena at the Aachen CHIO, Germany. “This award means a great deal to … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Donates To Refugees

  July 11, 2014 at 6:08 am by

The wife of Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Princess Haya Bint Al Hussain, as UN Messenger of Peace and Chairperson of the International Humanitarian City (IHC) has made a generous donation to support the UN High Commissioner for Refugees’ efforts in emergency nutrition and food security for South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia’s Gambella region. Princess Haya donated $500,000 (Dh1.83 million). Princess Haya … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya’s Outfits At Royal Ascot 2014: Days 3 and 4

  June 22, 2014 at 11:36 am by

Princess Haya stepped out wearing a dress on day 3 of the Royal Ascot Race which looked very familiar at first glance. It’s a dress that her sister-in-law, Queen Rania of Jordan wore a few weeks before. The white dress which featured with lace around the waist was matched with a black and white wide brim hat, black heels and a black clutch see here. On Day 4, HRH looked a … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya’s Outfits At Royal Ascot 2014: Day 1 and 2

  June 19, 2014 at 8:55 am by

It’s one of the very few events that Princess Haya is seen wearing a hat and when she does, she usually makes a statement matching her hats with couture. On day one of Royal Ascot, Princess Haya wore a Haute Couture Elie Saab sky blue pleated dress with a matching bolero see here. Princess Haya matched the dress with a navy blue hat, blue heels and a matching clutch. The dress … Continue reading →

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Hamdan & Nasser Win Endurance Race At Royal Windsor Horse Show

  May 20, 2014 at 10:28 pm by

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Dubai’s Crown Prince, and Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain won the Royal Windsor Endurance 120km CEI** competition race. The two brothers-in-law crossed the finishing line hand in hand. After the race, Sheikh Nasser said, “We wanted to make both fathers happy – King Hamad and my father-in-law Mohammed Bin Rashid – by crossing the line together.” Sheikh Nasser went on saying, … Continue reading →

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Princess Haya Turns 40

  May 3, 2014 at 6:00 am by

Princess Haya bint Al Hussein of Jordan celebrates today her 40th birthday. Princess Haya was born on May 3, 1974 in Amman. She is the daughter of the late King Hussein I (1935-1999) and his third wife, the late Queen Alia (1948-1977). She was named after King Hussein’s aunt.  Princess Haya has one brother, Prince Ali, and one sister, Abir Muhaisen, who was adopted when she was one year old. … Continue reading →

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Sheikh Mohammed and Princess Haya Celebrate 10th Wedding Anniversary

  April 10, 2014 at 6:00 am by

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, and Princess Haya bint Al Hussein celebrate today their tenth wedding anniversary. The private ceremony took place on April 10th, 2004 at Al Baraka Palace in Amman and was attended only by family members. The bride wore an traditional white and gold embrodered wedding dress and a veil. She wore as accessories a white gold and emerald pendant, earrings and … Continue reading →

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Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Two Day Visit To Japan

  March 2, 2014 at 5:02 am by

General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the U.A.E. Armed Forces was on a two day visit to Japan. Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and the visiting delegation visited Meiji Shrine. During the visit and tour, they learned about the history and life of the Emperor, they also witnessed a wedding that was taking place. Another stop of the visit was … Continue reading →

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UAE President Doing Well Says Crown Prince

  February 5, 2014 at 3:55 am by

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reassured the people of the United Arab Emirates on the health of the President, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on Monaday. Sheikh Khalifa suffered a stroke and underwent surgery just over a week ago. Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince said, “The President’s state of health is stable and … Continue reading →

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