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Expats prepare for National Day
Celebrations are expected throughout the UAE, where cultural shows and fireworks displays are to be showcased starting on Saturday.
- Agencies
- Published: 13:38 December 1, 2007
- Artists perform at the Live of Dubai 2007 musical opera at Dubai's Zabeel park.
- Image Credit: Vazhisojan/Gulf News
Dubai: Emiratis and expatriates thronged malls and parks on the weekend to prepare for the 36th National Day on Sunday.
Celebrations are expected throughout the UAE, where cultural shows and fireworks displays are to be showcased starting on Saturday.
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Your comments
May God bless the leaders of this country who have contributed a lot to make this place a better place for living and I am thankful to them for declaring a holiday for UAE employees.
Sadia Kashif
Dubai,UAE
Posted: December 01, 2007, 17:40
I plan to go to work and do my pending work.. the best part is I can utilise my time at work. I had enjoyed my Eid holiday by going outdoor so this time I will rather stay indoors.
Litty Mathew
Dubai,UAE
Posted: December 01, 2007, 16:57
Well, thanks for the 36th UAE National Day, we are all joyful to spend the holidays in various activities.
M. Shaffi
Dubai,UAE - MANGALORE
Posted: December 01, 2007, 16:07
I am proud be an Indian,more than that I am proud to say th at I am a resident of UAE. I salute the strong arms behind the success of this pleasant land where all nationalities are getting honoured, and with full freedom. On this occassion, I use this opportunity to wish all the UAE residents a plesant and joyful National Day.
D. Chulliparambil
Dubai,UAE
Posted: December 01, 2007, 15:28
I will make a special prayer for the UAE, its leaders and its people.
I have been living in the UAE since 1980 and I am very thankful to this country for the opportunity it has offered me.
Iqbal
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: December 01, 2007, 14:46
I plan to visit the Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi and pray for the leaders of the UAE. I will tour Abu Dhabi and then return to Dubai to celebrate at the Creek Park. And last, but not the least, have a barbecue party at Jumeirah Beach.
Ahmed
Dubai,UAE
Posted: December 01, 2007, 14:37
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