FUJAIRAH - The Arab Institute in Paris has awarded the Gold Medal to His Highness Shaikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Fujairah, for the effective role he played in supporting culture and intellectual communication between the Arab world and Europe. Speaking on the occasion, the Director of the Arab Institute, Mukhtar Talib bin Deyab, lauded the effective role of the UAE under the leadership of the President, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, in preserving national heritage and developing innovation and culture communications. Nasir Al Yamahi, Chairman of Fujairah Club and head of Fujairah Media Office, congratulated Shaikh Hamad and pointed out that the medal is a clear reflection of his great role in the field of cultural. The Deputy Director of Fujairah Municipality, Mohammed Saif Al Afkham, said the awarding of the Gold Medal to Shaikh Hamad highlights the great support he offers for cultural development. Khalid Al Mazroee, Director of Fujairah Airport, said the honouring of Shaikh Hamad is a pride for all citizens, and it reflects the cultural and intellectual depth of His Highness.