His Excellency Lieutenant General Mohamed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai), has affirmed the importance of continuing to give and to serve with dedication in order to create a positive impact on people's lives, and of embedding the public service values that distinguish the United Arab Emirates and reinforce its standing as a global model in government work.

His Excellency noted that serving the nation is an honour, serving people is a trust, and what we offer today with sincerity is how we build the future of tomorrow. He addressed every male and female employee working in the field of public service, saying: