He stressed that the state possesses all the elements of renaissance and leadership in various fields, the most important of which is our pioneering unitary experience

Mohamed bin Zayed: The UAE is moving towards the future according to an integrated strategy based on people

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, affirmed that the UAE is moving towards the future according to an integrated strategy, the foundations and pillars, the most important of which is the human being, whom we consider our real capital and the most important elements of our wealth, and our main bet in the global competition arena. What enhances our confidence in the future is our starting from a solid ground that we built through long years of work, effort and planning that made us possess all the elements of renaissance and leadership in various fields, the most important of which is our pioneering unitary experience in its Arab and regional surroundings, which represents the main source of our strength alongside a cohesive society that embodies our authentic values ​​of cooperation and solidarity and symbiosis.

His Highness said that our celebration of the National Day this year is of special importance, as our dear country completes 50 years of its rich and honorable history, with all its lessons, meanings and great connotations for the present and the future.

His Highness added: "The UAE is embarking on the coming decades, determined to be the best in various fields, and to have the most advanced and brightest future at all levels.. It derives strength and confidence from its great developmental achievements, and takes from the store of its wisdom and authentic values ​​as a supplement to the march, and from a school Zayed is the compass and the reference for the present and the future, and the sacrifices of her righteous martyrs are a guiding light for her. She aims to put her own civilizational mark on the march of human history and write a new chapter in her economic and development leadership book.

In detail, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in a speech on the occasion of the 50th National Day of the State, said: “Our celebration of the National Day this year is of special importance, as our dear country completes fifty years of its rich and honorable history, with all the lessons, meanings and great connotations that this occasion is rich in. For the present and the future, and proceeding towards the coming decades, determined and determined to be the best in various fields, and to have the most advanced and brightest future at all levels. It is the reference for the present and the future, and the sacrifices of its righteous martyrs are a beacon that lights the way for it.Its goal is to put its own civilizational mark on the march of human history, and to write a new chapter in the book of its economic and development leadership, by achieving its goal, which it has set for itself, which is to be one of the best countries in the world by its centenary in the year 2071.

His Highness added: “Our country begins the next fifty years, which is the focus of attention and respect for the whole world, by hosting Expo 2020 Dubai for the first time in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia, and its experience in facing the challenge of the (Covid-19) pandemic provides a lesson in management and efficiency. effectiveness and human solidarity at the regional and global levels, and its inspiring development model is reinforced in its surroundings, regionally and globally, and its positive messages to the region and the world continue at all levels, and its pioneering initiatives in dealing with global challenges are appreciated on the international arena, foremost of which is the climate challenge, which is embodied in its initiative to achieve Carbon neutrality in 2050.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said: "The UAE is also approaching the doors of the next five decades with a package of unprecedented civilizational achievements in the region, from reaching Mars, planning to discover the moon, announcing a mission to discover Venus and seven other asteroids in the solar system, and implementing The first Arab landing on one of these asteroids on a journey equivalent to seven times the journey of the Hope probe towards Mars, to the production of nuclear energy for development purposes, in addition to that it occupied the first positions regionally and internationally in many indicators of global competitiveness, and other exceptional achievements in various fields, which sends She has a spirit of optimism and hope in her ability to achieve all her ambitions, and that the next fifty years will be more achievement, success, distinction and strength at all levels.”

His Highness said that our country knows its path well towards the future and has the tools to walk confidently through the paths and turns of this road. There is a clear national reference for all our movements, ambitions and goals during the coming years represented in the “Fifty Principles” document that defines the strategic path of the state in the political, economic and development fields, and constitutes A framework for all its institutions to achieve the aspirations of our people, preserve the supreme national interests, and establish external relations that serve development at home and strengthen the foundations of peace, stability and cooperation in the region and the world.

His Highness added that the "fifty projects" represent a roadmap for our development priorities during the coming decades, which includes fifty development, strategic and qualitative projects, which constitute a basis for moving towards further development for the benefit of our future generations in various fields, investing the available opportunities, and transforming challenges into opportunities for development, innovation and creativity. Positive competition among the people of the country to achieve the best at all levels.

His Highness stressed that there is a new methodology for government work, prepared by a dynamic government that is always looking for excellence and creativity under the leadership of my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and makes the development of government performance a continuous process, and defines national priorities accurately. Clarity, and elevate the value of efficiency and teamwork to achieve national goals.

His Highness said that what enhances our confidence in the bright future of our country is that we proceed from a solid ground that we built through long years of work, effort and planning, which makes us possess all the elements of renaissance and leadership in all fields, the most important of which are:A pioneering unitary experience, in its Arab and regional surroundings, that represents the main source of our strength and the crucible in which all the sons of the nation from all its emirates melt to turn into one heart, one goal and one ambition under one national umbrella, a conscious people who loves their homeland and stands behind its leadership, and a cohesive society that embodies our authentic values In cooperation, solidarity and interdependence, and trained and qualified human cadres, we bet on them in the global competition arena during the coming decades, and effective, modern and developed institutions, whose work is governed by cooperation, integration, team spirit and agreement on one goal which is to serve the country and achieve the aspirations of citizens for prosperity, prosperity and prosperity, and a strong, diversified and characterized economy It is dynamic and aggressively moving towards transcending oil dependence by focusing on education, knowledge and modern technology.

His Highness added that one of the components of renaissance and leadership is also a strong and modern infrastructure that enhances our competitiveness and attractiveness to foreign investments and business institutions in the region and the world, and a positive image and great respect and appreciation in the world thanks to our principles and initiatives calling for tolerance, coexistence and human brotherhood, and our abstract humanitarian role on the regional and international arenas, which adds To our comprehensive strength by strengthening the elements of our soft power, distinguished external relations entitled balance and balance, and various options for action on the regional and international arenas, all of which serve development and support the priorities of the national economy.. One of the results of the world’s confidence in UAE policy was that the UAE won membership UN Security Council Non-Permanent for 2022-2023.

His Highness also noted that the components of renaissance and leadership also include valiant, advanced and ready armed forces, always ready to defend the nation's gains and principles, and sacrifice everything precious so that its flag remains high among nations, and security forces are alert and aware of the dangers surrounding the nation, and able to deal with them. Providing an enabling environment for development and a safe life, and a great and renewed ambition that we turn into reality through work, planning, and optimal investment of resources, both material and human. Above all, our country has become an essential partner and an active party in global thinking and action for a better future for humanity.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said that the successes and achievements of the past five decades, which dazzled the world and gained its appreciation and represented a source of pride and pride for all of us, the path to it was not easy and easy, but was achieved with effort and perseverance, and it continued and was reinforced by ambition, work and planning, and this is important To be present in front of the new generations, especially the youth, because they are the ones who will carry the flag in the future, and bear the trust of the homeland that our fathers and grandfathers left us, and they have to realize that the coming decades need to redouble the effort; Because the ambition is greater, the challenge is more difficult, the competition is more intense and stronger, and the transformations around us are faster and deeper.. Success does not come from a vacuum, and whoever seeks glory must pay the price and take his reasons.

His Highness added: “We want to have, during the next fifty years, the most successful, distinguished and unique schools, universities, hospitals, institutions and research and innovation centers, the most effective and dynamic services, the most advanced modern technology, the most satisfied and happy quality of life, the most robust and effective infrastructure, and the most human cadres. Qualification, education and training.. All of this will be achieved only by hard and sincere work, awareness of the nature of challenges in the regional and global environments, investing and strengthening our strengths in various fields, and realizing each member of the nation that he has a responsibility to preserve our renaissance and confirm our superiority.

His Highness said that what the United Arab Emirates seeks to achieve in the coming decades will not be limited to its influence within its borders, but will extend its inspiration to all Arab peoples.. It motivates them and enhances their self-confidence and ability to make progress, regardless of difficulties and challenges.. We are working to make our country a locomotive. For development and progress in the Arab world as a whole, and a starting point for the advancement of civilization in the region.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed that our path towards the bright future of our country and people during the next fifty years is based on an integrated strategy of foundations and pillars, the first of which is the human being, whom we consider our real capital and the most important elements of our wealth, and our main bet in the global competition arena. Every Emirati has an important role in making our leadership, and there is no progress or development, in the past, present and future, except with the help of the people of the country.

The second basis is science, which represents the basic guarantee for the sustainability of our development and the building of a qualitative, diversified and knowledge-based economy, and active involvement in the process of technological development in the world, especially the applications of artificial intelligence and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, out of our awareness of the lessons provided by all experiences of progress and advancement in the world, old and new. ;

There is no nation that has achieved its renaissance and attained its glory, through all the stages of history, except that science is its way and its method.

The third foundation is team spirit;

This spirit has been the main feature of our work during the past decades, and it must be strengthened and deepened in the coming years, because teamwork, which is based on the integration of minds, experiences and efforts, is the way to achieve the greatest achievements and successes.

The fourth basis is comprehensive development, which is not limited to the economic and material aspects only, but extends to the cultural, environmental, social and other aspects, because we believe that the different elements of development are interconnected and integrated to maintain its prosperity and sustainability.. In this context, strengthening our national identity and preserving and preserving our heritage Present in the conscience of young people, it represents a basic priority in all our development plans during the coming decades, because our identity is the source of our strength, distinction, and cultural specificity, and the basis of cohesion, stability and vitality of our society.

The fifth basis is to possess the elements of power that protect our gains and preserve our society, and our valiant armed forces and our efficient security apparatus, as they were during the past fifty years, will remain the impenetrable fortress in the face of dangers and threats.

The sixth basis is to mobilize and invest all the nation’s resources and capabilities to achieve its aspirations and ambitions, and from here we will work to strengthen the role of the private sector in the development system, because it is a key partner in making our renaissance during the coming decades. In it through practical visions and serious steps.

Related to this is the interest in private and small initiatives and projects for citizens, especially young people, and providing them with all possible support, which is what the state is working on and provides all capabilities and capabilities to achieve.

The seventh basis is embracing talents, from inside and outside the country, and developing, motivating and nurturing them, because they are what make the difference in the nations' march towards progress and excellence, and our priority is to build qualitative capabilities in various fields.

The eighth basis is active and positive partnerships with the world, as the UAE will always remain open to everyone on the basis of mutual respect, common interests and positive cooperation, for the welfare and development of its people, and an advocate of solidarity, integration and cooperation between states and peoples.

The ninth basis is the rejection of all tendencies of extremism, fanaticism and racism, whatever their source, and standing in the face of terrorism and whoever practices it, supports it or justifies it, regardless of its identity, because the UAE believes that terrorism is one of the biggest sources of danger to international peace and security, and the stability of states and societies, as well as On coexistence and the relationship between civilizations and cultures.

The tenth basis is to work for peace in the region and the world, based on the awareness that peace is the way to achieve the aspirations of peoples for prosperity and development in every time and place.

His Highness said: "If the martyrs are always present in the conscience of the nation and the hearts of its children, the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the establishment of our young state, the sacrifices of our martyrs gain special and deep meanings and connotations. Because the values ​​embodied by these righteous martyrs are the values ​​that build strong nations, and provide them with strength in facing challenges and a solid will to achieve ambitions and aspirations, and they are the same values ​​that will lead our march towards the summit and first place, during the coming decades.. God bless our martyrs in Aliyin, and bless their mothers and their parents and their families.”

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan concluded his speech by saying: “On this glorious occasion, I congratulate the leader of our march, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, and my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the State and Ruler of Dubai, Their Highnesses the Rulers, the genuine and loyal people of the Emirates, and the resident brothers, praying to God Almighty to protect the UAE and its people from all evil, and to perpetuate the blessing of stability and unity, and that the coming years be good, pioneering and renaissance in all fields.

With the help of God Almighty, then with the help of our people, and the will to progress that we possess, I am confident that our future will be brighter and more advanced.

Every year, the Emirates and its people are fine, proud, unity and stability.

The tree of unity blossomed and bore fruit for goodness, renaissance and Emirati leadership

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan noted, in his speech, that every year we celebrate the National Day, we remember with gratitude, appreciation and gratitude, Sheikh Zayed and his brothers from the founding leaders, may God have mercy on them. On the fiftieth National Day, we renew the pledge to follow their approach and represent their principles;

They are the ones who planted the tree of unity on the second day of December 1971, which blossomed and yielded goodness, renaissance and Emirati leadership and all the successes that the world is proud of. Strong belief in the goal and determination to achieve it.. and inspired by their principles and their solid will, our country is moving towards achieving its goals during the next fifty years so that the UAE will remain as Zayed and his brothers wanted it.. strong, advanced and fearless in its region and the world.

Mohamed bin Zayed receives Sheikh of Al-Azhar

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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, received the Grand Imam, Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Sheikh of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif.

During the meeting, which took place in the founder's building, His Highness welcomed Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, and discussed with him aspects of existing cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, especially in the field of spreading the values ​​of moderation and tolerance and promoting dialogue among civilizations.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb also exchanged conversations on a number of issues of common interest.

The Sheikh of Al-Azhar congratulated the leadership and people of the UAE on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the Union, wishing it continued progress and prosperity, praising the comprehensive civilizational and human renaissance it has achieved over decades and the importance of its pioneering initiatives in spreading the values ​​of goodness, tolerance and dialogue, which build bridges of communication, human brotherhood and cooperation between different cultures.

The meeting touched on the role of the founders, "may God have mercy on them", and their vision in consolidating the building of the edifice of the Union, and their sincerity and dedication for the sake of its glory and the pride of their people.

During the meeting, the Sheikh of Al-Azhar presented His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed with a copy of the "Al-Azhar Holy Qur'an", which took about 20 years to work on, and is characterized by its distinctive decorations inspired by Qur'anic manuscripts, printing methods and raw materials that preserve its quality.

The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Airports.

It is noteworthy that the Sheikh of Al-Azhar is visiting the UAE to chair the periodic meetings of the Muslim Council of Elders, which were hosted by Abu Dhabi and discussed the most prominent issues of the Islamic nation on the global stage.

• «The UAE is heading towards the coming decades, determined to be the best in various fields».


• «The state derives strength and confidence from its major developmental achievements, and takes from its store of wisdom and authentic values ​​as a supplement to the march».

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