DUBAI: A Syrian boy became an instant millionaire after winning a raffle draw in Dubai held as part of a shopping campaign, it was reported Sunday.

Saif won a cheese worth AED1 million ($ 272,260.7) during a competition at The Dubai Mall, an iconic entertainment destination in the city.

The 7-year-old boy is considered the youngest winner of this year’s prize. The million dirham check was picked up by the boy’s father at the mall.

The competition was held in January as part of the annual Dubai Shopping Festival, where shopaholics can check out the best deals and enjoy the month-long festivities.

The mall’s lucky draw competition gives shoppers a chance to win AED1 million in cash for every AED300 spent.