Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Pakistan’s Envoy to the UAE, visited the Careem office in Dubai Media City today and held an interactive session with Pakistani captains of the service.
Ambassador Tirmizi and his team were warmly welcomed by Mr. Mudassir Sheikha, CEO and Co-Founder of Careem. Mr. Sheikha appreciated the Ambassador for his desire to personally meet the captains acknowledge their contributions and pay them tributes for their dedication. He praised the Ambassador’s easy accessibility and constant availability whenever approached by the Pakistani community.
Mr. Sheikha highlighted the role of captains in Careem’s journey saying, “The success of Careem has only been possible because of the dedication and hard work of our captains. They are the backbone of our service, and we are proud of their professionalism and commitment to their work every day”.
Ambassador Tirmizi lauded the professionalism and resilience of the captains describing them as the true ambassadors of Pakistan. “Through your service, commitment, and positive interaction with people of diverse nationalities, you are building a positive image of Pakistan. With your remittances, you not only support your families but also contribute to the progress of our homeland”, he said.
Ambassador Tirmizi also appreciated Careem for its continued support to its workforce, including medical care, subsidized meals, refreshments, and reward programs for captains. He congratulated the winner of the recently announced AED 50,000 prize, noting that such incentives reflect Careem’s commitment to the well-being of its employees.
The Ambassador assured that any issues concerning the Pakistani workforce will be addressed in coordination with Careem management. The Press Counsellor and Community Welfare Attaché of the Mission along with senior members of Careem’s management team were also present during the session.
