Dubai doctors battling COVID-19 get 10-year visas

Thursday, 14 May 2020 08:02

By Sanooj Sherif

Hundreds of doctors in Dubai have been granted a 10-year golden residency visa in honour of their efforts to fight COVID-19.

It follows the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

The long-term visas have been given to as many as 212 doctors of various specialisations working for the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).

Sheikh Mohammed said it’s a token of appreciation for their selfless dedication to caring for infected patients.

He added that the UAE will successfully overcome the crisis, thanks to the strong solidarity between various segments of society.

The DHA's Director General Humaid Al Qutami thanked Sheikh Mohammed on behalf of the doctors.

"This gesture will further boost their morale and encourage them in their efforts to provide the highest quality of medical care for patients infected by the virus," Al Qutami said.

. @HHShkMohd grants Golden Visa to 212 @DHA_Dubai doctors https://t.co/2JZlyQaV6l pic.twitter.com/1ArIUSYPKt
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 13, 2020

More from Local News

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai's future mobility, infrastructure projects

Dubai is taking major steps toward the future of urban mobility, with progress on projects to enhance its road networks, public transport systems and aerial taxi services.
New committees to develop Dubai's film and gaming sectors

Dubai is stepping up its media innovation drive with the launch of two new committees focused on developing the film and gaming sectors.
Abu Dhabi Airports to lead emirate-wide vertiport network

Abu Dhabi Airports has been given the official mandate to develop a network of vertiports across the emirate — key infrastructure that will support the launch of electric air taxis in the coming years.
UAE condemns Delhi explosion

The UAE has strongly condemned the car blast in the Indian capital New Delhi that killed at least eight people.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed launches search for next 'Arab Hope Maker'

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the search for the next Arab Hope Maker.
UAE President, UK PM discuss stronger partnership, regional stability

The UAE and the UK have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation and advancing peace in the region.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled holds talks with Kerala Chief Minister in Abu Dhabi

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in key sectors during talks with Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of south Indian state of Kerala, in Abu Dhabi.
UAE stands in solidarity with Turkey after deadly warehouse fire

The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Turkey after a major fire at a perfume warehouse in a north-western province left six people dead.
UAE sends fifth aid plane to earthquake-hit Afghanistan

The UAE is continuing its relief efforts in northern Afghanistan following the recent earthquake.
Ministry urges public cooperation during UAE field exercise

The UAE Ministry of Interior has announced that a nationwide field exercise will take place across all emirates from November 11 to 13.
Dubai Metro Blue Line set for 30% completion by end-2026

Dubai Metro Blue Line is on course to completing 30 per cent of construction work by the end of 2026, with the opening day set for 9.9.2029, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed.
Shaikha Al Nowais confirmed first Emirati woman to head UN Tourism

UAE's Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais has won the vote of over 160 member states to seal her position as the first Emirati woman to take on the role as Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UN Tourism).
UAE leaders offer condolences to Brazil over tornado victims

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on Sunday, sent a message of condolences to Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, over the victims of the tornado that hit the state of Paraná, which resulted in several deaths and injuries.
Arab Parliament praises UAE's use of AI in justice sector

Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yammahi, President of the Arab Parliament, has praised the rapid development of the justice sector in the UAE through its artificial intelligence technologies and digital transformation within the judicial system.
UAE takes part in G20 Health Ministers meeting in South Africa

The UAE participated in the G20 Health Ministers Meeting and the G20 Joint Finance and Health Ministers Meeting, held in Polokwane, South Africa, on November 6-7, which brought together ministers and senior officials, along with representatives of several international organisations.
WHO delegation receives medical supplies at Emirati field hospital in Rafah

The Emirati field hospital in Rafah welcomed a delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) as part of a visit to review the UAE’s humanitarian and medical initiatives under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, aimed at enhancing cooperation to bolster the healthcare sector in Gaza.
Dubai Police, Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs strengthen collaborative ties

During an official visit to Russia, Lieutenant General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commandant for Operations Affairs, met with Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport, and General Oleg Anatolyevich Baranov, Head of the Main Directorate of Internal Affairs of the City of Moscow.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan attends Azerbaijan's Victory Day celebrations

On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has attended Azerbaijan’s Victory Day celebrations in Baku.
Dubai launches online service to help parents pick right school

Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has launched a one-on-one consultation service with specialised advisors to help Emirati families enrolling their children in private schools for the first time.
Sharjah Ruler allocates AED 4.5 million to fund local libraries

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has allocated AED 4.5 million to help public and government libraries across the Emirate stock up on the latest titles.

News

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai's future mobility, infrastructure projects
Dubai is taking major steps toward the future of urban mobility, with progress on projects to enhance its road networks, public transport systems and aerial taxi services.
New committees to develop Dubai's film and gaming sectors
Dubai is stepping up its media innovation drive with the launch of two new committees focused on developing the film and gaming sectors.
Abu Dhabi Airports to lead emirate-wide vertiport network
Abu Dhabi Airports has been given the official mandate to develop a network of vertiports across the emirate — key infrastructure that will support the launch of electric air taxis in the coming years.

Dubai doctors battling COVID-19 get 10-year visas

More from Local News

News

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go

Dubai doctors battling COVID-19 get 10-year visas

Share

More from Local News

News

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go