El Jadida:Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan of Morocco inaugurated the 12th edition of the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Award for Arabian Horse Photography. The event is part of the 17th Horse Show in El Jadida, Morocco.
According to Emirates News Agency, during his visit, the Crown Prince reviewed the artworks on display and received an overview of the event's statistics from the award's team. The exhibition features four main categories the beauty of Arabian horses, equestrian events and festivals, Tbourida (Fantasia), and video.
Prince Moulay El Hassan engaged with the award's team about the creative perspectives and artistic techniques used in the photographs, commending the artistic quality and creativity of the Arab photographers involved.
The award highlights Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan's dedication to Arabian horses and his efforts to preserve their heritage. It also reflects his vision of using visual arts to celebrate these horses' beauty and historical importance, while fostering young talents.
The Crown Prince concluded his visit by expressing gratitude to Sheikh Mansour for his ongoing support and for fostering cultural cooperation between the UAE and Morocco. The winners of this year's award will be announced on October 14, 2026, during the Horse Show in El Jadida.