Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed highlights importance of preserving heritage at Adihex

He welcomed efforts to champion more sustainable hunting practices

Al Andalus Falcons stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, visited the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (Adihex) 2021. Wam

Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed highlights the importance of the significant support of President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, for Adihex, as well as their directives to protect the environment and preserve heritage sustainability. Wam

Sheikh Rashid bin Saud Al Mualla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Quwain, on Monday visited the 18th annual Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (Adihex) 2021. Wam

Sheikh Rashid inspects a rifle at Adihex 2021. Wam

Hathbor Al Rumaithi, a pearl diver from Ras Al Khaimah, attends Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

A vendor displays his wares at the Tamreen stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Wares on display at the Tamreen stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Al Andalus Falcons stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

A man inspects a weapon at the Bynuna stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Marksman Ali Mohammad Al Shehhi checks out some rifles at the Caracal stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Marksman Ali Mohammat Al Shehhi, right, at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Adihex is an annual event held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, the Ruler’s Representative of Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club. Victor Besa / The National

Al Andalus Falcons stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Alkanda Falcons stall at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Pearl diver Hathbor Al Rumaithi from Ras Al Khaimah attends Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Pearl diver Hathbor Al Rumaithi attends Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Houbaras on display at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Houbaras on display at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Marksman Ali Mohammat Al Shehhi tests his aim at Adihex. Victor Besa / The National

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Office and member of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, visited the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition.

The annual event got under way on Monday. It highlights the importance of safeguarding the environment and promoting sustainability, while honouring the country's rich traditions.

During his tour, Sheikh Khaled visited exhibitors from more than 40 countries. He was briefed on the latest trends and technologies used in hunting, equestrian activities and environmental protection.

Sheikh Khaled welcomed efforts to champion more sustainable hunting practices and highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage for future generations.

More than 90 live events will take place over seven days at Adihex, including horse training workshops, Arabian camel auctions and archery on horseback.

Visitors will also be invited to 50 education workshops covering topics such as sustainability and falconry.

The 50,000-square-metre venue houses 680 companies and 319 exhibitors.

More that 125 Emirati, Arab and international artists will be displaying their work.

The event, at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, will continue until October 3.