His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, officially opened Ain Dubai, the world’s largest and tallest observation wheel, on Thursday.
Sheikh Ahmed highlighted how the new addition to Dubai's stunning tourism landscape reflects the Emirate's aspiration to achieve the highest excellence in all sectors and spheres of life.
From a documentary looking at the work that went into making the observation wheel to checking out a passenger cabin, His Highness was given a complete overview of the new experience.
He also toured the exclusive hall reserved for VIP guests and its souvenir area.
The 48 passenger cabins, which provide visitors the perfect vantage point for a 360-degree view of Dubai, will be able to carry more than 1,750 people at one time. And, one complete rotation of the wheel will be completed in 38 minutes.
Ain Dubai's opening weekend promises to be spectacular, with a series of unique performances lined up, including a breathtaking light and drone show with fireworks at Ain Dubai Plaza.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks in Moscow aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between the UAE and Russia and expanding cooperation across key sectors.
Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Chairman of Etihad Rail, has reviewed the progress of the UAE's first passenger rail network ahead of its 2026 launch.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has reviewed ways to expand ties with Kuwaiti Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has chaired the sixth session of the UAE-Kuwait Joint Higher Committee during a working visit to Kuwait.