<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><span style="color:rgb(38,38,38);">The Ajman Tourism Development Department is still preparing to launch the ninth session of the “Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey” Festival, which is one of the most prominent cultural festivals in the country, at the Emirates Hospitality Hall in Ajman from July 24 to 28 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi. Member of the Supreme Council, Ruler of Ajman.</span> </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1300/731;" src="https://cdn1-m.alittihad.ae/store/archive/image/2022/8/2/99bd2855-5aa4-4a57-9b45-9f57bd549d96.jpg" alt="Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival starts next Friday - Al-Ittihad News" ></figure><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">Confirming the status of the palm tree in Emirati society</span> </h2><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1300/731;" src="https://cdn1-m.alittihad.ae/store/archive/image/2022/8/6/62554bde-4e4a-4931-b898-f57432147c4b.jpg" alt="The activities of “Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey” conclude today - Al-Ittihad News" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:rgb(38,38,38);">The “Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey” Festival is an important platform to emphasize the status of the palm tree in</span> <a href="https://news.sbisiali.com/news/article/maryam-al-mansouri-brings-the-uae-to-international-status-with-this-award"><span style="color:rgb(38,38,38);">Emirati</span></a> society <span style="color:rgb(38,38,38);">, which reflects its importance as a symbol of national identity and Emirati heritage, as Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Head of the Department of Tourism Development in Ajman, said: “ Dates are not just a product. Agricultural, it is part of the Emirati cultural fabric that reflects our ancient history and heritage, and through the festival’s activities, we work to support and enhance the culture of agriculture in</span> <a href="https://news.sbisiali.com/news/article/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%AA%D8%B6%D8%B9-%D8%AD%D8%AC%D8%B1-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B3%D8%A7%D8%B3-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D9%83%D8%B3%D8%A8%D9%88-%D8%A3%D9%88%D8%B3%D8%A7%D9%83%D8%A7-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%86"><span style="color:rgb(38,38,38);">Emirati</span></a> society <span style="color:rgb(38,38,38);">, and contribute to achieving environmental and economic sustainability in this vital sector.”</span> </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1000/562;" src="https://media.alittihad.ae/store/archive/image/2023/8/4/57ad9f61-dbb3-4d7f-a56c-73216729466b.jpg?width=1000" alt="The conclusion of the activities of “Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey 2023” - Al-Ittihad News" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:rgb(38,38,38);">Mr. Mahmoud Khalil Al Hashemi, Director General of the Department, also stated: “The festival is one of the most prominent events that plays important heritage, agricultural and economic roles, as it embodies the commitment of the Emirate of Ajman to preserving heritage and promoting culture and sustainable agriculture.”</span></p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">Various programs and support for craftsmen and talents</span></h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">The festival offers a diverse daily program of artistic and heritage performances, competitions and educational workshops that meet the interests of all ages. The festival also aims to promote the authenticity of the palm tree and its value as a symbol of the emirate’s traditions, support farmers in</span> <a href="https://ar.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:Search&search=%D8%B9%D8%AC%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86&wprov=acrw1_0"><span style="color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">Ajman</span></a> <span style="color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">and</span> other <a href="https://ar.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:Search&search=%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A5%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA+%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%A9+%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D8%AF%D8%A9&wprov=acrw1_0"><span style="color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">emirates</span></a> <span style="color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">, and help beekeepers, craftsmen and local talents.</span> </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:800/800;" src="https://www.albayan.ae/polopoly_fs/1.3018045.1501888967!/image/image.jpg" alt="Liwa Ajman Wet Shop attracts all segments of society" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">The festival also enhances the efforts of the Culture and Arts Department in the Ajman Tourism Development Department to add an artistic and cultural flavor to most social and historical events. A number of institutions, including the Ministry of Community Development, participate in the festival by organizing workshops at the festival.</span></p>