Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today launched Erth Dubai, a new initiative aimed at documenting the emirate’s rich history and heritage by gathering and cataloguing stories and life experiences of community members that showcase Dubai’s development over the years and the lives of its people across generations.
Sheikh Hamdan stressed that Dubai’s journey to becoming a modern, world-leading city is fuelled by the inspiring legacy of the leaders who laid its foundations and provided a guiding vision for generations to follow.
He emphasised that Erth Dubai aims to strengthen the collective memory of the emirate’s transformation over the years and deepen the community’s understanding of its history and heritage as a fundamental element underpinning the national identity. The initiative reflects the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Sheikh Hamdan said: “Erth Dubai will ensure that our cultural legacy not only endures but also continues to inspire future generations, reinforcing our commitment to preserving the emirate’s cultural identity – a cornerstone that has strengthened Dubai’s renaissance and progress to this day. Through this initiative, we will safeguard the legacy of our ancestors, ensuring it is passed down to our children and grandchildren.”