Abu Dhabi: General Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, said that the UAE is proud of its citizens who are aware of the huge national responsibilities that rest on their shoulders and respond to the country’s call of duty.

Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed’s comments came during a telephone conversation with  Shaikh Mohammad Bin Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, who completed registration procedures for national service.

Praising Shaikh Mohammad Bin Saud’s enrolment for national service along with other citizens, Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed said it reflects the loyalty and affection of the UAE leadership and people towards their country.

Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed said:  "Your move to join the rest of the UAE youth is a wonderful example of a role model and reflects what all Emirati youth hold as goodwill and love for their country.”