ABU DHABI: The UAE is a nation of tolerance, peace, cultural diversity and coexistence, and the UAE law guarantees respect and dignity for everyone, and criminalises hate, racism and all forms of discrimination.
His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, made these remarks on the occasion of the 45th UAE National Day.
“As we celebrate the 45th anniversary of the UAE National Day under the wise leadership of President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, we recall the intrinsic values that brought the founding fathers together to establish the federation,” Shaikh Mohammad said.
He added that the nation is continually inspired by their insights, sacrifices, and strong will.
In a speech to Dira’a Al Watan (Nation Shield) magazine, Shaikh Mohammad spoke about how the people of the UAE have demonstrated, in action rather than in words, their sincere and genuine support of their wise leadership, and their willingness to make sacrifices for their nation’s present and future.
The UAE, he said, has ratified international conventions and agreements that denounce violence, extremism and discrimination, and has launched several initiatives in this respect, thus becoming a model of tolerance and civilised coexistence, supporting these values all over the world, as both the UAE’s leadership and its people firmly believe in these values.
“December 2 marks the anniversary of the formation of the UAE, and today we celebrate the 45th UAE National Day. Together on this day, we reaffirm our determination to continue the journey of development and of strengthening the foundations of our federation,” Shaikh Mohammad said.
He added that the 45th anniversary of the UAE is a celebration of the country’s union, one which has grown into a model to emulate in other parts of the world. “It is a proof that our strength lies in our unity and solidarity under our wise leadership.”
“On this occasion, we renew our gratitude for our brave servicemen, who selflessly responded to the call of duty and honour, and for our fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives for our nation throughout our history, including the operation to restore legitimacy in Yemen.”
“As we seek to remain at the forefront of innovation, it is imperative that we continue to work hard and stay current with the rapid developments around the world in all fields. We should remember that science and knowledge are the pathways to achieving development and progress in all fields.
“As we celebrate this special anniversary together, we reaffirm the UAE’s keenness on embodying the values of tolerance, dialogue and coexistence, established by the late Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE.”
