Running on happiness

The UAE has come a long way in these 47 years (“Watch:

UAE expats march to celebrate National

Day”, Gulf News, December 3). It has flourished into a hub of tourism and technology. The spirit of the nation runs on the idea of happiness and keeping its citizens happy. I have lived here for many years and it has become a home away from home. From knowing the national anthem of the country, to eating its food and knowing the Arabic slang, the UAE is a melting pot of cultures where people come together in an environment where everyone has room to succeed. I would like to wish the country and its people a happy National Day.

From Ms Alia Mathur

Dubai