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RTA all set to host UITP Congress 2011

Mohammed Obaid Al Mulla

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The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is gearing to host the 59th International Association of Public Transport (UITP) Congress & Exhibition in Dubai in April 2011 despite the credit crunch currently engulfing the whole world, thanks to the consistent economy of the UAE, said Mohammed Obaid Al Mulla, Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee of the 59th UITP Congress.

Al Mulla confirmed that preparations for holding this premier world event are up and running, including co-ordination with all public departments in Dubai through their representatives with the RTA towards offering the required facilities in their respective fields.

The Organising Committee is also holding scheduled meetings with UITP officials to brief them on all matters related to organisational plans along with procedures and arrangements for receiving the participating delegations according to the plans made, he stated.

“Hosting this global event in Dubai culminates the worldwide repute and high profile of the emirate in holding exhibitions and conventions in a variety of economic, business and service fields. It also manifests the huge confidence pinned by the international organizations in the UAE as a whole and Dubai in particular,” said Al Mulla.

“Through holding this global event, RTA is seeking to reassert the standing of Dubai in public transport industry worldwide by showcasing the strategic projects and initiatives achieved in a record time compared to advanced countries with experience spanning more than a century such as the European countries as well as the USA, Canada and Australia. RTA achievements are a true manifestation of the dedicated efforts made by the Dubai Government to boost the profile of Dubai as a global economic and business hub and a point of attraction for investors and business leaders from all over the world, considering the huge significance of infrastructure in all fields, including public transport means, in supporting the business sector,” he said.