Celebrations to mark 47th UAE National Day begin with traditional enthusiasm

DUBAI: Ahead of the country’s 47th National Day, many organisations in private and public sectors have already started various celebration activities with the engagement of their employees and people from related sectors.

The Emirates Islamic marked the National Day at its headquarters in Dubai Healthcare City. Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Chairman of Emirates Islamic and Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD; Salah Amin, Chief Executive Oficer of Emirates Islamic, together with a number of key customers, and senior management of the bank gathered to renew their oath and pledge allegiance to the country.

As part of its celebrations, Emirates Islamic organised a festive event for staff and management with traditional Emirati activities and performances including the ‘Harbia’dance, Arabic calligraphy, henna art, and cultural competitions. The bank will also organise a variety of fun and entertaining events at City Walk from Nov.29 to Dec.3 to celebrate the spirit of the union with the public.

Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Emirates NBD said: “As we mark the 47th UAE National Day in the Year of Zayed, we remember the founding father, Sheikh Zayed, who created the blueprint and laid the foundation for the UAE’S success, and the Rulers of the Emirates for their immense contribution to the country’s success. On this precious occasion, we would like to extend our warmest greetings and wishes to His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates and pray to Allah the Almighty to preserve the UAE and strengthen the spirit of the union in our beloved country.”

The 3-day celebrations at the Arabian Centre are going to start on Dec.1. Packed with an exciting line up, Arabian Centre will be transformed into a hub of familyoriented activities, fun celebrations and interactive activations, spreading the Spirit of the Union and becoming ‘The place to be at, this National Day’.

To celebrate the spirit of the UAE, Arabian Centre will revisit the heritage of the country by dedicating a portion of the mall area to be decked up in traditional souq like attire.

The night court area within the mall will feature an installation that is designed to recreate the magic of a traditional souq giving visitors the feel of walking into old Dubai as they transcend into the festivities.