Moroccan king awards UAE businessman

Morocco's King Mohammed VI, has awarded the chief executive officer of Dubai Holding, Mohammed Al Gergawi, the Royal Medal, expressing appreciation for his role in strengthening the close economic relations between the United Arab Emirates and the Moroccan kingdom, reported the August 1 edition of <i>al-Sharq al-Awsat</i> newspaper. The award ceremony took place in the city of Tangier and was attended by the Moroccan crown prince and several Moroccan dignitaries.