On Friday, 19 July 2024, the Ismaili Community Leadership of the United Arab Emirates hosted a farewell lunch for Their Excellencies Jamal Hussain of Bangladesh, Giuseppe Finocchiaro of Italy and Marco Santivanez of Peru. A farewell was also extended to Her Excellency Nathalie Kennedy of France, who was unable to be present.

Khalil Muhammad, Vice President of the Ismaili Community in the UAE, wished them “…success, peace and fulfilment” in their new endeavours and reminded them “…that this Centre will always be here to welcome you whenever you visit the UAE.”