Emirates will emerge strong from crisis: Sheikh Mohammed
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Sunday said the Emirates Group and its subsidiaries will emerge strong from the crisis that the aviation industry is going through following the outbreak of the Covid-19 coronavirus.
“I am confident that Emirates and dnata will emerge from this difficult period, strong and ready to reclaim their position as global leaders shaping the future of the aviation, travel and tourism industries, and to continue contributing outstanding services to the people and to the world,” Sheikh Mohammed said.
Most of Emirates’ fleet remains grounded after the restrictions were placed on international flights by the UAE and other countries around the globe to contain the virus.
Emirates Group on Sunday announced a profit of Dh1.7 billion for the financial year ended March 31, 2020, its 32nd consecutive year of profit, while Emirates airline reported a profit of Dh1.1 billion, an increase of 21 per cent.
By connecting Dubai to the world, and bringing the world together through Dubai, the Emirates Group will continue to play a key role, His Highness said on the eve of group’s annual results released on Sunday.
“We’re a nation that welcomes the world to visit, live, work, study, or collaborate on projects that contribute to human progress. We firmly believe that when like-minded nations and institutions come together, we can achieve extraordinary results.”
Lives will be different after Covid-19
Sheikh Mohammed said people’s lives will be different in the post-Covid-19 period.
“Our lives will be different after the Covid-19 pandemic. We don’t yet know the full extent of change, but it’s clear that the world is already being reshaped to varying degrees. This is an opportunity for us collectively to lay the groundwork to ensure a better future. Partnerships between the government and citizens, and between the public and private sectors will be key to achieving economic and social resilience, and ensuring sustainable development,” Sheikh Mohammed said.
He said Dubai’s aim is to create a prosperous city for future generations, where everyone can achieve their dreams and aspirations, contribute their talent and innovation, access economic opportunities, and enjoy a good quality of life.
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