The United Arab Emirates reaffirms its steadfast commitment to the Holy Quran.
Dubai: His Highness Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, honoured a distinguished group of participants at the Dubai International Holy Quran Award, celebrating exceptional Qur’anic voices from around the world during the holy month of Ramadan.
In a post on his official social media account, Sheikh Mohammed said that the blessings of the sacred month are made complete by honouring the Book of Allah and recognising those who carry it in their hearts.
He emphasised that serving the Holy Quran is the highest honour and the greatest legacy to be passed on to future generations.
His Highness congratulated Karrar Laith from Iraq, winner of the World’s Most Beautiful Qur’anic Voice Award 2026 in the boys’ category, and Jana Ehab from Egypt, who claimed the top honour in the girls’ category, praising them as exemplary young bearers of the Quran during the blessed Month of the Quran.
He also extended his congratulations to Omar Ali Awad from Egypt, who secured second place, and Abdullah Faisal Al Batti from Kuwait, who finished third in the boys’ category.
In the girls’ category, Aisha Al Rumai from Indonesia secured second place, while Sara Abdul Karim Al Hallak from Syria claimed third.
Sheikh Mohammed reaffirmed that supporting and honouring the Holy Quran and its reciters remains a deeply rooted value in the UAE, adding that the nation looks forward to welcoming another distinguished group of exceptional Qur’anic voices next Ramadan.
