DUBAI, 30th July, 2016 (WAM) - Emirates Auction, the world leading company in hosting, organising and managing public auctions of all kinds, and Al Jalila Foundation, the leading institution in support of education and research in the medical sector, signed a cooperation agreement that aims at consolidating their partnership in organising and conducting auctions dedicated to humanitarian work in line with the foundation line of activities.

The agreement reflects both sides' efforts and anticipations in consolidating noble values and community objectives in social responsibility. The agreement is expected to activate and utilise both sides' efforts and experiences in strengthening and expanding the culture of giving and caring among society's individuals so it becomes more effective in developing education and fostering scientific and medical-focused research.

The agreement was signed by in Dubai by Dr. Abdulkareem Al Olama, Chief Executive Officer of Al Jalila Foundation, and Abdulla Matar Al Mannai, Executive Director of Emirates Auction, with the attendance of various directors and executives from both sides.

Cooperation between both sides will include the handing of "Guinness World Records" certificates that were received after some collectibles were sold at the charity auction that the foundation and Emirates Auction have hosted in November 2015 for bringing support to medical research.

Dr. Abdulkareem Al Olama said: "As a non-profit international leading body, the foundation exerts its efforts in elevating the level of life of individuals whom represent the pillars of any society through empowering them in education and strengthening research in medical and healthcare areas to foster treatment capabilities and qualifications in the UAE that come in line with the wise vision of Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum."

Al Olama expressed his gratitude to Emirates Auction and his confidence in its capabilities in organizing series of charity auctions urging various segments of society, individuals and institutions, to donate to possess big sets of collectibles that are put on display for the interested public who cares.

From his side, Abdulla Matar Al Mannai stressed that signing the agreement and announcing the "Guinness World Records" certificates represent a strong support from Emirates Auction to Al Jalila Foundation, which sponsors and supports healthcare research dedicated to curing various intractable diseases such as Diabetes, Obesity, Cancer and Heart that deserve the kind of support for its noble goals.

Al Mannai added: "Emirates Auction will work in coordination with Al Jalila Foundation in organizing charity auctions that will contribute in supporting humanitarian and medical work and consolidating social responsibility, in line with the directions of the UAE and its wise leadership in boosting the culture of giving, caring and supporting charity work and initiatives."