In collaboration with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai has launched the "Frij Refrigerator" initiative. This initiative is designed to provide relief to workers at construction sites and factories by distributing cold drinks and refreshments during the scorching summer months.
Benefiting approximately 8,000 workers across various locations, the initiative is part of GDRFA's ongoing efforts to enhance the working and living conditions of laborers, thereby boosting their productivity and contributing to sustainable development. It also underscores the importance of providing a suitable work environment and highlights the vital role that workers play in the community.
The Director-General of GDRFA Dubai expressed pride in launching the "Frij Refrigerator" initiative, noting that it reflects the humanitarian values and solidarity inherent in UAE society, as well as the nation’s commitment to improving the lives of laborers.
Major General Obaid Bin Suroor, Assistant Director-General of GDRFA Dubai and Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Labor Affairs emphasized the importance of maintaining ongoing communication with workers to acknowledge their essential role in Dubai’s development. He affirmed that the "Frij Refrigerator" initiative demonstrates GDRFA Dubai's dedication to providing necessary support and care for laborers, ultimately enhancing their work conditions.
Major General Dr. Ali Bin Ajif Al Zaabi, Assistant Director-General of GDRFA, reiterated that improving labor relations and supporting workers not only boosts work quality and productivity but also aligns with national goals, further establishing Dubai as a leading city in various sectors.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
