Article (2)
The objectives of the DRCC are to care for, rear, and train horses; and to organise horse
races. For this purpose, the DRCC may:
1. own and manage the Dubai Racing Club (an already existing club) and any other
facilities to be established by the DRCC (collectively referred to hereinafter as the
"Club"); and own and manage any other horse racing facilities or clubs inside or
outside of the Emirate of Dubai;
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for the purpose of its interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In
case of conflict, the Arabic text will prevail.
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2. develop, promote, and encourage the sport of horse racing with a view to reaching
international standards;
3. adopt international principles and standards relating to the sport of horse racing;
4. organise local and international horse racing competitions;
5. develop and issue regulations, bylaws, and rules governing the sport of horse racing
and horse racing competitions;
6. own, take lease of, manage, and invest in real property and facilities required for
achieving the DRCC objectives;
7. borrow funds with or without security to achieve its objectives;
8. invest its property in any manner it deems appropriate, and hold shares in other
companies; and
9. engage in any business which is directly or indirectly related or conducive to promoting
and achieving its objectives.