He will also be visiting Expo 2020 Dubai.
Jubail Mangrove Park will be receiving a British royal stamp approval as Prince William visits the ecological sanctuary today (10 February).
A champion of environmental conservation, The Duke of Cambridge will meet with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Office, to discuss climate change and to learn more about the UAE’s efforts to protect the flora and fauna from environmental challenges.
Having landed at Dubai International Airport yesterday (9 February), The Duke’s tour will then see him move on to Jebel Ali Port where he will learn about the country’s work to prevent the illegal wildlife tackling.
The visit to the port will also encompass The Duke being shown the scale of operations at the Middle East’s largest port.
From there, Prince William will head to Expo 2020 Dubai where he will view The Queens Baton will leave the UK pavilion at 10.30am just before the flag hoisting ceremony at Al Wasl Dome at 11.30am.
The afternoon will see The Duke explore the venue, visiting several pavilions.
The Duke of Cambridge will also meet Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the British Embassy in the UAE has confirmed.
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