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West World Group UK & UAE successfully conducts UAE National Awards Season II in Dubai
The ceremony brought together founders, business leaders, and creatives supporting structured online ecosystems
- PUBLISHED: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 3:53 PM
In connection with the celebrations of UAE National Day, West World Group Pvt. Ltd. UK and West World Events UAE successfully organized the prestigious UAE National Awards – Season II at Hilton Dubai, marking another milestone in recognising excellence, leadership, and achievement.
The exclusive ceremony brought together distinguished guests, business leaders, professionals, and social figures from more than 11 countries, reflecting the UAE’s inclusive and multicultural spirit.
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The event was graced by Dr. Moza Al Ansari, renowned Emirati social entrepreneur, as the Chief Guest. The Guests of Honour included Mustafa Hemani (Hemani Group of Companies), Dr Aboobacker Nizami, founder AMH Smart Home, Zahra Baig (I Love Canada Group), Muzam Rashid, Founder of Partfinder UAE, Asim Iqbal, Co-Founder of Partfinder UAE, Hatim Nouruddin (Prop & Co), Musharraf (The Gatherings), Lavish Sharma (The Candle Story), and Khalid Hussain Chaudhary (Pakistan Social Center Sharjah), along with other notable dignitaries.
While addressing the audience, the guests appreciated the initiative and emphasised the importance of recognising talent, leadership, and positive contributions that strengthen societies and promote global harmony.
Highlighting the UAE’s innovation-driven ecosystem, the event also featured participation from Partfinder UAE, a Dubai-based auto-parts marketplace, representing the growing role of technology platforms in enabling trusted collaboration across industries. Commenting on the occasion, Muzam Rashid, founder of Partfinder UAE, stated:
“Awards like the UAE National Awards play a vital role in celebrating individuals who create real impact and reflect the UAE’s commitment to progress, innovation, and unity.”
This year, 54 individuals from 11 countries, representing diverse fields, were honoured for their outstanding contributions and exceptional performance. The awardees included Miss ME Paula Mercas, Celebrity Chef Rida Aftab, Emirati football star Hussain Yaslam, Ambassador of Happiness Ayesha Abdullah Abdul Raheem, Brand Ambassador of WWG M. Imran Passionate, multilingual singers Umama Fakhar and Celinedee Matahari; Educationist Engr. Zahid Khan, Nutritionist Dr Deepshikha Agarwal, Italian artist Antonella Lapenna, Resin artist Fatima Mobeen, CEO of Prop & Co Mariam Karimi, Mahwish Awan, Fahad Asad, Mirza Daud, Asma Amir, Altasha Ghulam Nabi, Tauseef Sheikh, Dr M.K. Abdul Aris, Dr. Avigyan Bhattacharya, Pin, Ms. Neha Siddiqui, Ms. Tania Fakhar, Cashington Mavunduki, Ravinder Kumar, Mr. Amir, Nicola, Namita Lad, Nadiya Siddiqui, Khalid Rafi, RJ Tayyab Arshman, Iqbal Advani, Adeel Tariq, Tasneem Khamkar, among others.
A musical mashup performance by Umama Fakhar and Celinedee Matahari further entertained the multinational audience and added vibrancy to the evening.
In the concluding remarks, Naima Lashari, CEO of West World Group UK & UAE, along with managing partner Hendrik Van Der Ham, expressed sincere gratitude to all attendees, awardees, sponsors, and partners. Naima Lashari reaffirmed that West World Group remains committed to continuing this initiative in the coming years to honour individuals who are making a meaningful difference in their respective fields.
The UAE National Awards Season II once again reaffirmed its mission to celebrate achievement, inspire communities, and strengthen international ties through recognition and appreciation.