Special to AG-IP-News Agency 

DUBAI - HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, founder and chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global (TAG.Global), was awarded with the International Development and Peace Makers Award by the International Conference of Development and Peace Makers held in Dubai. 

The Conference, organized by the Arab-European Center for Human Rights and International Law (AECHRIL) with the participation of the Arab Federation for Development and Economic Integration, took place as part of the celebrations of the UAE's National Day and Human Rights Day; in the presence of a host of public and high-ranking Arab dignitaries.

The Award was received  by TAG.Global Partnership and Development Executive Director, Ms. Joa’an Abu-Ghazaleh, on behalf of Dr. Talal Abu Ghazaleh.

During the Conference, the International Award for Outstanding Achievements in Philanthropy was presented to HRH Princess Sameera Bint Muhammad Al Saud in recognition of her social and community contributions.  Mr. Mohammed Reza Nasrallah, former Shura Council member and Dr. Ahmed Shuwaikhat, director general of the Arabic encyclopedia project and a former Shura Council member were also honored. 

The Conference was attended by high-ranking personalities including the Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation, Ras Al Khaimah, HE Eng. Sheikh Salem bin Sultan Al-Qasimi; the guest of honor Minister of Immigration and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs, HE Ambassador Suha El-Gendy.