On the occasion of International Labour Day, observed every year on May 1st, Dubai Customs, in cooperation with du - Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, has organised a special ceremony to celebrate the day with workers at Deira Port and other customs centres.
Breakfast packages, gifts and Du recharge cards were given away to the workers. Marking the International Labour Day is in line with Dubai Customs’ corporate social responsibility towards its people.
The Director of Corporate Communication at Dubai Customs Khalil Saqer bin Gharib said, “Dubai Customs joins the rest of the world in celebrating the International Labour Day on May 1, with a focus on promoting productive work environment and expressing the department’s deep appreciation to workers, who are the integral partners in development across the country.”
According to Khalil bin Gharib, Dubai Customs is very keen on catering to all its people, as it follows the modern and comprehensive Islamic conception of worker’s rights and how they are to be fulfilled and protected.
The International Labour Day is an opportunity to show our sincere appreciation and gratitude to unsung heroes, added Bin Gharib.
On the other hand, Hala Badri, Executive Vice President of Brand and Communications at du, said: “At du, we are committed to support labourers across the UAE. They are the pillar of economic development. We are pleased to join Dubai Customs’ celebration of the day by presenting this small token of appreciation to its workers.”