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Gulf Today
19-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Romain Gerardin-Fresse awarded « Legal Icon of the Year » by Minister Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan at the Gulf Excellence Awards Ceremony in Dubai
Gulf Network The United Arab Emirates once again celebrated global excellence and cross-border leadership during the 8ᵗʰ Gulf Excellence Awards, held on May 18 in Dubai. The prestigious ceremony, renowned for highlighting high-impact individuals shaping the future of the region, honoured Romain Gerardin-Fresse with the coveted 'Legal Icon Award'. The award was conferred by His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, UAE Cabinet Member and Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, during a landmark gathering that brought together influential personalities from the Gulf's legal, business, diplomatic, and entrepreneurial communities. Widely regarded as one of the region's eminent legal strategists, Romain Gerardin-Fresse has built an international reputation advising governments, institutional investors, and major economic players on complex legal matters with cross-jurisdictional dimensions. His presence among the awardees reflects the growing recognition of legal architecture as a fundamental pillar of economic and political stability in the MENA region. In his keynote remarks, His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to cultivating a future-focused, inclusive, and opportunity-driven environment. He praised the recipients of this year's awards as ambassadors of excellence whose work strengthens the Emirates' global influence and reinforces its role as a hub for innovation and cooperation. Mr. Gerardin-Fresse's recognition comes in a year marked by his growing involvement in high-stakes advisory missions across the Gulf and Europe. His ability to navigate institutional complexities and safeguard legal interests in sensitive negotiations has made him a sought-after figure in regulatory and dispute resolution environments. He was joined at the ceremony by other distinguished leaders, including Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman of Danube Group, honoured for his contributions to the UAE's real estate and construction sectors; Paras Shahdadpuri, Chairman of the Nikai Group and a pioneer of Indo-UAE business relations; Tauseef Hayat Khan, a respected figure in banking and investment strategy; and Munawar Haziq, President of Emirates Airline India, recognised for his role in expanding bilateral air and trade links between the Emirates and South Asia. The Gulf Excellence Awards have evolved into a benchmark of distinction for regional and international achievers whose careers resonate with the values of innovation, resilience, and positive influence. This latest edition confirmed Dubai's positioning not only as an economic powerhouse but also as a capital of institutional recognition and visionary leadership.
Gulf News
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Gulf News
From Dubai to world: Peace summit declares vision for harmony, equality
Dubai: As many as 12 Nobel Laureates promoted unity and compassion through a Peace Charter at the Global Justice, Love, and Peace Summit – one of the the world's largest peace conferences. Titled 'A Love Letter to Humanity', the charter highlighted that true peace can only thrive when guided by fairness, open dialogue, and an unwavering dedication to justice, love, and freedom. Peaceful means 'It will be our wisdom that will bring about and strengthen peace among nations and will promote and ensure respect and human rights for everyone. It will be our wisdom that will allow us to resolve conflicts through peaceful means,' Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance and Co-existence, in his keynote address. Citing examples of the UAE leadership's wisdom, Sheikh Nahayan noted that it has made the UAE a country of progress, prosperity, and stability. Economic prosperity 'It will be our wisdom that will ensure an economic prosperity that will reach everyone in the future and lead to better living conditions for all regions of the world,' he said, noting: 'Our wisdom that will make our cultural, economic and religious diversity a basis for mutual respect and for enhancing our capacity to bring great change as we act together.' The charter by the Nobel Laureates will be presented to the United Nations, according to Dr Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Chairman of the 'I am Peacekeeper' Movement. Joint Charter The joint charter stated in its preamble: 'Peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of justice, love, and peace, commit to upholding the principles that foster harmony, progress, and human equality for all. We believe that true peace can only thrive when guided by fairness, open dialogue, and unwavering dedication to justice, love, and freedom.' The Nobel Laureates who took the historic peace pledge included human rights activist Abdessattar Ben Moussa, educationist Houcine Abbasi (both from Tunisia), Jose Ramos-Horta, President of East Timor, Indian social activist Kailash Satyarthi, Lech Wałęsa, former President of Poland, Leymah Gbowee from Liberia, and Mohamed Fadhel Mahfoudh, President of the Tunisian Order of Lawyers, among others.
Sharjah 24
13-04-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
Global Peace Summit ends with ‘Love Letter to Humanity' Charter
Sheikh Nahayan highlights wisdom as the foundation of peace Opening the second day of the summit with a keynote address, then Chief Guest, Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance and Co-existence, said: 'It will be our wisdom that will bring about and strengthen peace among nations and will promote and ensure respect and human rights for everyone. It will be our wisdom that will allow us to resolve conflicts through peaceful means.' Citing examples of the wisdom of the UAE leaders, Sheikh Nahayan said their wisdom has made the UAE a country of progress, prosperity, and stability. 'It will be our wisdom that will ensure an economic prosperity that will reach everyone in the future and lead to better living conditions for all regions of the world,' adding that 'our wisdom that will make our cultural, economic and religious diversity a basis for mutual respect and for enhancing our capacity to bring great change as we act together.' Peace Charter to be presented to the United Nations Later in the day, Nobel laureates reinforced the call for a peaceful and just world through a Peace Charter – 'A Love Letter to Humanity' – which will be presented to the United Nations, said Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Chairman of the I am Peacekeeper Movement, the organisers of the Summit. Charter calls for justice, equality, and human dignity The joint Peace Charter said in its preamble: 'Peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of justice, love, and peace, commit to upholding the principles that foster harmony, progress, and human equality for all. We believe that true peace can only thrive when guided by fairness, open dialogue, and unwavering dedication to justice, love, and freedom.' Twelve Nobel laureates sign historic peace pledge The 12 Nobel laureates who took the historic peace pledge included: Abdesattar Ben Moussa (Tunisia, 2015) Houcine Abbasi (Tunisia, 2015) Jose Manuel Ramos Horta (East Timor, 1996) Kailash Satyarthi (India, 2014) Lech Walesa (Poland, 1983) Leymah Gbowee (Liberia, 2011) Mohamed Fadhel Mahfoudh (Tunisia, 2015) Prof. Mohan Munasinghe (Sri Lanka, 2007) Nadia Murad (Iraq, 2018) Oscar Arias Sanchez (Costa Rica, 1987) Ouided Bouchamaoui (Tunisia, 2015) Dr. Shirin Ebadi (Iran, 2003) Upholding fundamental human values The Peace Charter reinforced the importance of justice, equality, fairness, open dialogue, knowledge, the right to education and dignity, leadership, compassion, and action. Foundations of inner peace The charter also emphasised the need to foster the seven human values of: Gratitude, Forgiveness, Love, Humility, Giving, Patience, and Truth, describing them as the foundation of inner peace .
Trade Arabia
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Trade Arabia
Dubai to host world's largest summit on justice, love and peace
Dubai is set to host the world's largest summit on Justice, Love, and Peace, welcoming over 2,800 peacekeepers from across the globe. The Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit, themed 'One Planet, One Voice: Global Justice, Love and Peace,' will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City, Dubai, on April 12 and 13. Organised by the I am Peacekeeper Movement, the event will feature 72 renowned speakers, including 10 Nobel Laureates, global thought leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, cultural icons, sports champions, and advocates of peace and justice. The summit will be under the patronage of Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, who will also be the chief guest. Launching the Summit, Dr Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Chairman of the I am Peacekeeper Movement, said: 'Our goal is to bring together global visionaries on a common platform to cultivate a world driven by justice, love, and peace. Under the powerful theme 'One Planet, One Voice: Global Justice, Love & Peace' and 28 Peace Gems, this epoch-making summit will unite global influencers and leaders with the shared mission of fostering universal harmony.' This annual summit will be hosted in Dubai every year. The summit will feature the Global Recognitions and Awards honouring 28 distinguished individuals and organisations for their contributions to justice, equality, compassion, and peace. They are selected from 84 nominated personalities through a non-biased, merit-based evaluation conducted by a 28-member Awards Research Committee representing 28 countries. The awards across three categories – Justice, Love and Peace will recognize individuals from politics, law, education, activism, media, healthcare, technology, sports, entertainment, and environmental advocacy. The summit will also launch 'I Am Peacekeeper' movement, an initiative to unite 1 million peacekeepers by September 21, 2025. The movement fosters seven human values of gratitude, forgiveness, love, humility, giving, patience, and truth. 'Peacekeepers are volunteers committed to world peace, universal harmony, and justice,' said Dr Khorakiwala. The movement will work towards peace, reconciliation, and justice.
Gulf Today
05-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Over 2,800 to attend global summit on justice, love and peace in Dubai on April 12-13
Sajjad Ahmad, Staff Reporter Dubai is set to host the world's largest summit focused on justice, love, and peace, welcoming over 2,800 peacekeepers from across the globe. The Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit, themed 'One Planet, One Voice: Global Justice, Love and Peace,' will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City, Dubai, on April 12-13, 2025. Organised by the I am Peacekeeper Movement, the landmark event will feature an extraordinary lineup of 72 renowned speakers, including 10 Nobel Laureates, global thought leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, cultural icons, sports champions, and advocates of peace and justice. The summit will be under the patronage of Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, who will also be the Chief Guest. Announcing the launch of the Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit on February 3, 2025, Dr Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Chairman of the I am Peacekeeper Movement, emphasised the summit's vision: 'Our goal is to bring together global visionaries on a common platform to cultivate a world driven by justice, love, and peace. Under the powerful theme 'One Planet, One Voice: Global Justice, Love & Peace' and 28 Peace Gems, this epoch-making summit will unite global influencers and leaders with the shared mission of fostering universal harmony.' Dubai was strategically chosen as the host city due to its reputation as an oasis of peace and tolerance. The UAE is one of the few nations to have established government ministries dedicated to tolerance and happiness, making it the perfect venue to nurture initiatives aimed at global harmony. Significantly, the launch of the Summit also coincides with the declaration of 2025 as the Year of Community by the UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This annual summit will continue to be hosted in Dubai every year, strengthening its role as a global hub for peacekeeping and equal rights advocacy. Global Impact Makers The summit will also feature the Global Recognitions and Awards honoring 28 distinguished individuals and organisations for their exceptional contributions to justice, equality, compassion, and peace. These honorees are selected from 84 nominated personalities through a rigorous non-biased, merit-based evaluation conducted by an independent 28-member Awards Research Committee representing 28 countries. The awards span three major categories: Justice Awards, Love Awards and Peace Awards. The three main awards are divided into 7 sub-categories. These prestigious awards recognize individuals from various sectors, including politics, law, education, activism, media, healthcare, technology, sports, entertainment, and environmental advocacy. 'I Am Peacekeeper' Movement A key highlight of the summit will be the launch of the 'I Am Peacekeeper' movement, a global initiative aiming to unite 1 million peacekeepers by September 21, 2025. 'Peacekeepers are volunteers committed to world peace, universal harmony, and justice,' said Dr Khorakiwala. The movement will engage individuals, organizations, and communities worldwide to take actionable steps toward peace, reconciliation, and justice. Global Conversation The Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit is more than an event, it is a movement toward a fairer, kinder, and more peaceful world. Global leaders, changemakers, and individuals passionate about justice, love, and peace are encouraged to participate and contribute to this historic initiative. Join in the special networking hall where you can book networking slots with delegates of your choice well before the Summit.
