Al Ain: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, today attended the graduation ceremony of the 43rd cohort of cadet officers of the Zayed II Military College in Al Ain. The event marked a significant milestone for the aspiring military leaders.
According to Emirates News Agency, the ceremony was graced by H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, among other distinguished guests. Staff Brigadier Abdullah Mohamed Saeed Al Dhaheri, Commander of Zayed II Military College, delivered an inspiring keynote address. He expressed the college's pride in the graduates, who are now equipped with essential skills and values to serve the nation.
Commander Al Dhaheri highlighted the confidence placed in the graduates to bolster the UAE Armed Forces' mission. He emphasized their readiness to face future challenges through strategic planning and sound judgment, reflecting the leadership's commitment to nurturing national cadres.
The event was further attended by Staff Lieutenant General Issa bin Ablan Saif Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces, and Lieutenant General Ibrahim Nasser Al Alawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defence, in addition to senior officials and the graduates' families. The ceremony concluded with the recognition of top-ranking cadets and the awarding of certificates to all graduates, who vowed to uphold their dedication and service to the nation.