Mohamed bin Zayed.. From the election to the Union Day
200 days in the career of an exceptional leader
Yesterday, the UAE completed 200 days under the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, during which His Highness was keen to strengthen comprehensive development frameworks locally, consolidate the state's status and elevation, and support its status and active presence regionally and globally.
In conjunction with the celebrations of the 51st Union Day, we monitor the most prominent decisions, participations and meetings of His Highness during the first 200 days of his career in the leadership of the United Arab Emirates.
The beginning of the reign
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan began his reign with visits to his brothers, Their Highnesses, members of the Supreme Council of the Federation and Rulers of the Emirates, to discuss with them a number of issues related to the affairs of the country and citizens.
The visits embodied the UAE's leadership's emphasis on improving the quality of life for citizens, empowering them, and providing them with a decent life.
She stressed that the citizen will always remain at the top of the state's priorities, and the essence of its sustainable development goals.
stage features
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in a televised speech on the 13th of last July to the country's citizens and residents, outlined the main features of the next stage.
His Highness affirmed that the UAE's policy will remain supportive of peace and stability in our region and the world, aid to brother and friend, and an advocate for wisdom and cooperation for the good and progress of humanity.
His Highness said that the sovereignty and security of the UAE is a fundamental principle that cannot be waived or underestimated, and we extend the hand of friendship to all countries in the region and the world that share the values of coexistence and mutual respect to achieve progress and prosperity for all.
global tops
Since last May 14, His Highness the President of the State has participated in a large number of global summits and meetings, which embodied the great position of the UAE and its leadership, its weight and importance in the international community, and its active role in enhancing security and stability in the world.
His Highness's participation was a major factor in the success of these international summits and meetings, and their adoption of practical decisions and recommendations to address global challenges at the various political, economic, environmental and humanitarian levels, especially energy security, the climate change crisis, and the promotion of sustainable development.
His Highness participated, remotely, in the "Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate Change", which was held remotely on June 17, with the participation of leaders and heads of government in 17 major economies that account for 80% of the global GDP, and of the world's population. .
During the forum, His Highness said that climate change is a very important issue, and it must be addressed through cooperation and joint action, to avoid its negative repercussions and its great cost on people, societies, the environment and the global economy.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan participated in the I2U2 Leaders Summit, which was held remotely on July 14, and included the UAE, the United States of America, the Republic of India and Israel.
His Highness said that partnerships alone are able to overcome the interrelated challenges that the world faces today, the most important of which are food security, energy, climate change, and health care.
His Highness also participated in the Jeddah Security and Development Summit, which was hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on July 16, in the presence of the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq and the United States of America, to enhance cooperation and deepen the strategic partnership in facing challenges.
His Highness, the President of the State and the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, discussed, on the sidelines of the summit, the strategic relations between the two countries.
His Highness, the President of the State, attended the "Meeting of El Alamein", which was called for by the President of the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, on August 23, with the participation of the King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein.
His Highness the President of the State and the President of the United States of America discussed, during a video call on the second of last November, the historical friendship and strategic partnership between the two countries, and ways to support them in various fields.
His Highness reviewed with President Biden the comprehensive Emirati-American initiative announced by the two countries to invest in clean energy, promote common climate goals and global energy security, as this partnership will invest $100 billion to generate an additional 100 gigawatts of clean energy in the United Arab Emirates and the United States. the United States of America and emerging economies around the world by 2035.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan headed the UAE delegation participating in the work of the 27th session of the Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27), which was hosted by the Egyptian city of Sharm El-Sheikh on the seventh of last November.
His Highness began his speech during the opening session of the Climate Summit by supporting the call of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to work to end the Ukrainian crisis to achieve peace, security and stability in the world.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan participated in the main session of the 17th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Group of 20 (G20), which Indonesia hosted on November 15.
Foreign visits
The foreign visits of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, strengthened the active international presence of the UAE, and established an authentic approach in its foreign policy based on diversifying relations and strengthening strategic partnerships with our Arab brothers, regional and international powers.
France
His Highness the Head of State embarked on his first foreign visit to the friendly Republic of France, on July 18, during which he discussed with the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, the deep-rooted historical friendship between the two countries, and promising opportunities to develop cooperation and expand its horizons in various aspects, in addition to the overall developments. and regional and international issues of concern to both countries.
The visit witnessed the launch of the French-Emirati Business Council, the signing of a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement in the field of energy between the UAE and France, in addition to the signing of a number of agreements and memorandums of understanding aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and developing their horizons in various vital fields.
Seychelles
On August 12, His Highness the President of the State arrived in the friendly Republic of Seychelles, on an official visit, during which he discussed with the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Wafel Ram Kalawan, various aspects of bilateral relations, and ways to enhance and develop them in line with the development priorities of the two friendly countries, especially in the areas of trade. , investment, tourism, and others.
Egypt
Last August 21, His Highness the President of the State paid a fraternal visit to the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt, during which he met with the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
Greece
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, arrived on August 25 in the capital, Athens, on an official visit to the friendly Hellenic Republic, "Greece", during which he discussed with senior Greek leaders and officials various paths of cooperation and joint action between the two countries, based on the strategic partnership that brings them together. In addition to all regional and international issues and developments of common concern.
Sultanate of Oman
On September 27, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, arrived in the capital, Muscat, on a state visit to the sisterly Sultanate of Oman, at the invitation of his brother, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq bin Taimur Al Said, the sisterly Sultan of Oman.
The visit resulted in the signing of a number of memorandums of cooperation between the two countries, covering a wide range of fields, such as industry, energy, culture, media, railways, education, scientific research, agricultural resources and financial markets.
Serbia
Last October 10, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, and President of the friendly Republic of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic, discussed various aspects of bilateral relations and joint work between the two countries, and promising opportunities to develop them and move them to broader horizons to serve their mutual interests, in Within the framework of the official working visit paid by His Highness to Serbia.
Russia
On October 11, the eyes of the world turned towards the Russian city of St. Petersburg, to follow the meeting of His Highness the Head of State, President of the friendly Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin.
His Highness affirmed the UAE's endeavor to contribute to strengthening the foundations of peace and stability in the world, working to reduce tensions, and finding diplomatic solutions to the crises it is witnessing.
the two seas
Last November 10, His Highness the President of the State arrived in the Bahraini capital, Manama, on an official visit, during which he discussed with his brother, the King of the brotherly Kingdom of Bahrain, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the close brotherly relations that unite the two countries and ways to enhance joint cooperation, and expand its horizons to broader areas. in all aspects.
Indonesia
On November 14, His Highness, President of the State and President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, discussed strengthening relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them to serve common interests, within the framework of his working visit to Indonesia to participate in the G20 Leaders Summit, at the invitation of President Joko Widodo. .
receptions
His Highness the President of the State received many Arab and foreign leaders and presidents, who discussed with His Highness ways to strengthen bilateral relations, and exchanged views with him on a number of regional and international issues of common concern.
During the same period, he also received a number of prime ministers, ministers and senior officials in brotherly and friendly countries, and heads and members of many Arab, regional and international organizations.
His Highness the President of the State had received a large number of leaders and representatives of brotherly and friendly countries, who offered his condolences on the death of the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, may God have mercy on him.
foreign aid
During the reign of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, the UAE continued its civilized humanitarian policy and mission based on extending a helping hand to affected communities around the world, through relief and humanitarian programs and projects that alleviate the suffering of those communities and promote their development.
On May 19, His Highness the President of the State directed the provision of urgent humanitarian aid worth 35 million dirhams to brotherly Somalia to support development efforts. His Highness also directed last June to operate an air bridge carrying integrated food baskets and basic medical supplies, along with a medical team and a field hospital to provide relief to victims. Afghanistan earthquake.
In order to meet the requirements of the brotherly Palestinian people, His Highness the President of the State directed on the 9th of last July to allocate 25 million dollars to support Al-Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem, to expand the scope of its medical services.
On August 20, His Highness directed the provision of urgent humanitarian aid worth 25 million dirhams to those affected and displaced by torrents and floods in Sudan, and on the 27th of the same month, His Highness ordered the provision of urgent relief aid to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which witnessed torrents and floods, which resulted in Dead and injured, and displacement from these areas.
On October 18, His Highness ordered the provision of additional humanitarian relief aid worth $100 million to Ukrainian civilians affected by the crisis in Ukraine, based on His Highness's belief in the importance of human solidarity, especially in cases of war and conflict.
Improve work environment
To enhance workers' rights and improve motivating work environments, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, issued Federal Decree Law No. 9 of 2022 regarding domestic workers, and Federal Decree Law No. 13 of 2022 regarding insurance against unemployment.
And His Highness, the President of the State, issued a federal decree by law regarding changing the name of the “Ministry of Presidential Affairs” to the name “Presidential Court.” His Highness also issued Federal Decree Law No. 25 of 2022 regarding the organization and development of industry, which supports the organization and development of the industrial sector in the country, and provides Flexibility to adopt more supportive policies and provide incentives to empower the industrial sector.
Resolutions and decrees
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, attached special importance to strengthening and developing the legislative system, as His Highness issued a number of laws and decisions that contribute to supporting the country's growth and progress, and consolidating its prestigious position globally.
On the fifth of last June, His Highness ordered the completion of all requests for housing grants for previous years within the "Sheikh Zayed Housing Program", through the initiatives of His Highness the President of the State, at an amount of 2.3 billion dirhams, in the framework of His Highness's keenness to enhance family stability for citizens and provide them with a decent life.
His Highness the President of the State issued a decision regarding the treatment of children of Emirati women residing in the country with the same treatment prescribed for citizens in the education and health sectors.
His Highness also issued a federal decree by law regarding the establishment and organization of the “Citizens and Society Affairs Office” in the Presidential Court.
His Highness, the President of the State, directed the restructuring of the “Social Support Program for Low-Income People”, to become an integrated program at an amount of 28 billion dirhams, while His Highness directed the exemption of 1,214 citizens from their debts, with a total value of more than 536 million and 230 thousand dirhams, through the “Troubled Debt Treatment Fund”. , in cooperation with 17 banks, banks and financing institutions.
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