Abu Dhabi:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) held a flag-raising ceremony to commemorate UAE Flag Day, celebrating the national pride and unity among UAE nationals and residents. The event underscored loyalty to the UAE's leadership and the commitment to safeguarding the nation's achievements.
According to Wam, Khalifa bin Shaheen Almarar, Minister of State, raised the UAE flag at 1100 a.m. at the MoFA headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State; Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri, Minister of State; Sheikh Nahyan bin Saif bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Deputy Minister of State; and various other officials and ministry employees.
In his remarks following the ceremony, Khalifa bin Shaheen Almarar emphasized the significance of the nation's flag as a symbol of unity and a testament to the legacy established by the UAE's Founding Fathers. He highlighted the country's progress under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, focusing on a competitive economy and human development.
The celebration of Flag Day was in response to the call from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, for nationwide participation in raising the national flag. This occasion served to reflect the solidarity and shared pride of the UAE's people in their national identity and leadership.