ADIHEX 2026 Spokesperson Highlights Record Participation and Heritage Focus
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Abdulaziz Mohammed, spokesperson for ADIHEX 2026, stated that the 23rd edition attracted a record 2,400 companies from 71 countries and featured the largest falcon and Arabian horse auctions in the event's history, underscoring Abu Dhabi's role in preserving Emirati heritage and fostering international connections.
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Why It Matters
ADIHEX has been held annually since 2003, combining Emirati heritage with innovation in hunting, equestrian, and outdoor sectors.
Abdulaziz Mohammed, official spokesperson for the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026, said the success of this year’s edition reflects the global standing the exhibition has built over more than two decades as a platform combining authentic Emirati heritage with innovation across the hunting, equestrian and outdoor sectors.
Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) at the conclusion of the 23rd edition, Mohammed said the exhibition has continued to grow since its launch in 2003.
He said the 10-day edition attracted a large number of visitors and a record 2,400 companies and brands from 71 countries, alongside 55 leading local and international falcon-breeding farms.
Mohammed said this year’s edition featured the largest falcon auction programme in the exhibition’s history, further strengthening Abu Dhabi’s role in preserving cultural heritage and fostering connections among peoples. It also hosted a major purebred Arabian horse auction, supporting the preservation of cultural traditions that have been central to the exhibition since its inception.
Open Questions
- What was the total visitor count for ADIHEX 2026?
- Which countries participated in the exhibition?
- What were the sale totals from the falcon and horse auctions?
