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Dubai: The UAE leaders have taken to traditional and social media to wish the people well on the 46th National Day.

They highlighted how the dreams of the UAE's Founding Fathers were achieved through hard work, creativity and innovation — allowing the UAE to become a pivotal actor both regionally and globally.

Meanwhile, in a tribute to late Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s founding father and builder of its modern renaissance, the main facade of the NASDAQ building in New York displayed a larger-than-life image of the principal driving force behind the formation of the United Arab Emirates.

The stock market building mural, which also displays the UAE’s 46th National Day emblem, features two images of Shaikh Zayed, one in monochrome and the other featuring the UAE national colours.

The initiative, presented by NASDAQ Dubai, congratulates the UAE leadership and Emirati citizens on the 46th anniversary of the founding of the Union.


Great legacy

In his 46th UAE National Day message, President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan highlighted the great legacy of the UAE's founding fathers upon which the present generation continues to build a better tomorrow today.

"The future starts today," said Shaikh Khalifa. "Our fathers laid down a solid foundation and enabled the country to depart from the eras of division and misery."

He added that the UAE leadership will stay the course laid down by the nation’s founding fathers and continue to deepen the Spirit of the Union, which was motivated by the aspirations of the people.

 

Strong bond of solidarity

The Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has said that the strong bonds of solidarity between the UAE people and their leadership are the true shield against any external attempts seeking to undermine the nation’s ambitions for a future where the Emirates would be second to none. 

Shaikh Mohammad said that the 46th anniversary of the establishment of the Union comes at a time the UAE has become more stable and powerful thanks to the noble legacy passed down through the years and shaped the vision of the Founding Fathers who instilled values of patriotism and love for the Homeland.


Model state

His Highness Shaikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has said that the 2nd of December is a day that will be remembered forever; a day that witnessed the establishment of a country that would become, within just a few decades, a model of successful state building and a fine example of a united and cohesive nation. 


Fruitful cooperation

His Highness Dr. Shaikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has said that the 46th anniversary of the UAE's National Day shows the sincere intentions, great efforts and fruitful cooperation of the UAE's founding fathers to build the nation that we have today; a nation that lives in prosperity, grace, development, looking forward to a promising future.

Shaikh Sultan said: "The harvest of our founding fathers' efforts is the homeland that is dear to all of us. We live in it with dignity and pride. We continue to work day and night under the banner of the shadow of this fair union."


Great achievements

His Highness Shaikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has said that the UAE has accomplished great historical achievements and starts off with limitless ambitions, adding that the country continues to strengthen its position and its original principles in all political, economic, social and humanitarian areas. 


Dream project achieved in record time

His Highness Shaikh Hamad Bin Mohammad Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has said that the Union of the Emirates was a dream project which fulfilled the goals of its early founders in record time. 

The Ruler rejoiced in the achievements of the nation's Union, saying it has been a fundamental pillar for the development of the nation and marked a promising beginning for its renaissance and for the service of its citizens.

"Ever since its establishment, the achievement of the aspirations of its citizens has been its fundamental goal, as they are the nation's real wealth who embody its sturdy foundation," he said.


Role model in solidarity

His Highness Shaikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras al-Khaimah, has stated that as the nation's citizens unite behind their wise leadership, saying they "Provide a role model in the solidarity witnessed in our country." 

Shaikh Saud said: "When we celebrate the UAE's 46th National Day, we should be proud of the UAE experience, as it is one the most successful experiences in union in modern times."


Spirit of the Nation

His Highness Shaikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, has said that since its establishment, "the Union has worked to consolidate the principles of good citizenship and strengthen its defence capabilities to protect its national assets and preserve its security and stability."

The Ruler said, "As we celebrate the 46th National Day of the founding of the United Arab Emirates, the core essence of the nation is demonstrated by the actions of its people, who, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, are reinforcing the spirit of the nation’s Union, through their sense of cohesion and loyalty, as they are bonded in a common destiny."


From stregnth to strength

Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad, Crown Prince of Dubai, tweeted saying, "46 years have passed since the founding of the Union, and each day the UAE has grown from strength to strength."

"From Zayed, Rashid and our founding fathers, we learned patriotism and pride in our people. #UAE46"