United States congratulates UAE on National Day

WASHINGTON: United States congratulated the United Arab Emirates on its 49th National Day, saying the bilateral partnership has grown stronger and more dynamic.

In a message of congratulations, Michael Pompeo, US Secretary of State, said: “On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the government and people of the United Arab Emirates on the 49th anniversary of your founding.’’

‘’The partnership of the United States and the United Arab Emirates has grown stronger and more dynamic over the decades. As your country hosts Expo 2020 Dubai and fulfils the promise

of the historic signing of the Abraham Accords, we celebrate our work together in promoting peace and security, investing in trade and innovation, and developing human capital through educational opportunities and exchange.,’’ he added.

‘’As you celebrate your national day, I wish the Emirati people a peaceful and safe year to come,’’ he said in conclusion..

49TH NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates,their Highnesses the Crown Prince and Deputy Rulers and Sheikhs, atended on Wednesday the official 49th National Day celebrations.

Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and ruler soft he emirates, their highnesses the crown Prince and Deputy Rulers and Sheikhs, conveyed their sincere greetings and blessings to the leader of the UAE development drive, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, on the occasion of the 49th anniversary of the establishment of the Union, expressing their profound pride of the qualitative achievements made by the UAE and which positioned the nation in a coveted stature among the advanced nations of the world thanks to his prudent vision and right approach toward ensuring the progress and development of the nation in fulfilment of the people’s ambitions for more prosperous life and wellbeing.