UAE National Day 2020: UAE leadership, community praised for setting examples for all to follow

Dubai: Residents from all walks of life and backgrounds have joined a chorus of tributes to the UAE, a place they call home, as the country celebrates its 49th National Day.

Emiratis and expats alike, professionals, educators, doctors, businessmen, government officials, diplomats and others have praised the UAE’s wise leadership in guiding the nation through rapid advances in all fields — from scientific to social — and for promoting the values of tolerance and peace for all communities, thereby becoming a model for other nations to emulate.

He added: “The future of the UAE is very promising. All that has been and will be achieved is a simple indication of this fact. The UAE boasts of a very strong presence on the global stage, in addition to auspicious national achievements that attracted the attention of the world. It’s steadily forging ahead with its forward-looking plans and visions towards leadership, innovation and development, in line with its 50-year strategy. This would not have been possible had it not been for our wise leadership and the loyalty, solidarity and determination of the UAE people.”

“We call on everyone to follow the regulations, laws and the announced precautionary measures against COVID-19. We urge you all to refrain from hosting large gatherings and to maintain physical distancing at all times and wear masks when going out.”

“Despite the global challenges associated with the outbreak of Covid-19 pandemic, the UAE has made spectacular achievements highlighted by the launch of the Hope Probe, the first Arab mission to Mars to study the weather and climate of the Red Planet. It also completed the successful operation of the first reactor in Barakah Peaceful Nuclear Power Plant. It had also officially inaugurated the Dh11 billion Dubai Metro Line extension (Route 2020), spanning 15km to connect seven stations from Jebel Ali Station to the Expo 2020 Station,” he added.

"The UAE has become an oasis for happiness, prosperity, security and a global role model for peace, tolerance, and acceptance, where everyone lives in perfect harmony, contributing to taking the UAE to the top positions in all areas.”

Dr Nama Salmeen Al Ameri, Dean of the Abu Dhabi School of Government, said: “During our celebration of UAE National Day, we look beyond our patriotism and we remember the pivotal moments that have helped our beloved country progress and develop. Our unity is a historical milestone in the region, and we are proud to be guided by leaders who are committed to investing in various social, scientific and cultural fields. We remember our Founding Father Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who has built the UAE on values of tolerance, justice, generosity and peace.”

Dr Abdulla Al Mandous, Executive Director of National Centre of Meteorology and President of the Regional Association II (Asia) of the WMO, said: “The 49th UAE National Day is an occasion close to the hearts of all Emiratis and the residents of the UAE, to cherish the values of unity, togetherness and solidarity instilled by the nation’s founding fathers led by the late Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan in our minds, and an opportunity to express our love and loyalty to the country’s wise leadership.”

"We are now only one year away from celebrating the Golden Jubilee of the UAE. Inspired by this year’s theme — 2020: Towards the Next 50 — let us use this moment as a chance to renew DCT Abu Dhabi’s commitment to being a future-ready, pioneering organisation that leads through collaboration to contribute to the ambitious national strategy.”