Crown Prince of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said the UAE Flag Day is celebrated nationally in response to the call from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The occasion, which also marks the anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan\u2019s assumption of office as the President of the UAE, reflects national unity and our love for our country and allegiance to the UAE flag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Dubai Crown Prince offered his congratulations to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Supreme Council Members, Their Highnesses the Rulers of the Emirates.
\nHH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed\u2019s comments came during the UAE Flag Day celebrations held at the Al Shindagha Historical District, where he hoisted the national flag. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sheikh Hamdan said: \u201cEvery time we see our flag flying, we are inspired to fulfill our responsibilities towards our country and strive harder for our nation\u2019s progress. We are proud of the achievements of Emiratis who have flown our flag high across the world and even in outer space.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cToday, we celebrate the realisation of the dreams of our founding father who was the first to hoist our nation\u2019s flag. Sheikh Zayed wanted the flag to be a symbol of our solidarity. On the occasion of UAE Flag Day, we renew our promise to our founding fathers and our leaders to carry our flag with pride and create a bright future for our country,\u201d His Highness added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Crown Prince paid tribute to those who have sacrificed their lives for the country. \u201cOn this glorious day, we remember our martyrs who sacrificed their lives to protect their country. Their bravery inspires us, and their sacrifices will always be remembered,\u201d he said. Sheikh Hamdan also praised the efforts of the UAE\u2019s frontline workers who, he said, are the nation\u2019s first line of defence in the battle against COVID-19.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His Highness called on all Emiratis to redouble their efforts to accelerate the country\u2019s growth and development. The Flag Day reminds us of our duties and gives us a chance to renew our pledge to strive for our nation\u2019s progress, he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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