Press Releases
28 Jan 2025
Statement by Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors on the Declaration of the "Year of Community"
(Statement by Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors on Declaration of the "Year of Community")
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), stated that designating 2025 as the “Year of Community” reflects the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai, in promoting the UAE’s commitment to enhancing social cohesion and fostering a culture of giving and cooperation across all segments of society.
Al Tayer added, “A strong, unified community is the cornerstone of sustainable development. The ‘Year of Community’ further cements the UAE’s standing as a global model of peaceful coexistence, uniting citizens, residents, and visitors in a harmonious environment. Home to nearly 200 nationalities, the UAE fosters a community rooted in the principles of tolerance, respect, and equality.”
“RTA’s services play a pivotal role in fostering communication within the community and enhancing the quality of life and happiness for both residents and visitors. RTA offers a diverse and integrated public transport system, facilitating the movement of over two million passengers daily. Through various modes of transport, individuals from different nationalities travel safely and conveniently, forming connections, building relationships, and experiencing diverse cultures—creating a unique model of coexistence and social harmony.”
RTA Director-General concluded: “RTA provides more than 200 services through its advanced smart channels and Customer Happiness Centres. It is also dedicated to launching community initiatives aimed at strengthening social solidarity, fostering cohesion, and promoting sustainability in growth and giving. In 2024, RTA’s humanitarian and community-focused initiatives positively impacted over 29 million people, both within the UAE and around the world.”