Mohamed approves UAE Memorial's design

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has approved the final design of the UAE Memorial, which will be built in preparedness for the 2016 Commemoration (Martyr's) Day.

"The values of patriotism, loyalty and selflessness displayed by the sacrifice of the UAE’s national heroes have immortalised them in the collective memory of all Emiratis, including their leadership," said His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.

"The UAE Memorial symbolises the ultimate sacrifice of our heroes, who have set for us the greatest example of giving and heroism," His Highness added.

His Highness also stressed that the endless love, loyalty and sense of belonging that the nation's heroes demonstrated will remain a source of pride and honour not only for their families, but also for nation as a whole, and Emiratis will always cherish and commemorate with pride their heroism and sacrifices.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed said this while approving the final design of the UAE Memorial, which will be constructed to coincide with Commemoration Day.

The monument will comprise a series of massive metal panels, each supporting the next, signifying the support and strength between soldiers, families and citizens in the face of adversity.

The monument’s design is by British artist Idris Khan, and was selected from proposals submitted by three outstanding artists of international repute.

The monument will form the centrepiece of the Memorial Park, which will be a place of reflection, strength, pride, power, unity and eternity. The name of each hero will be individually honoured within the park.

The Memorial Park will include a large plaza with terraced seating, public gardens and a pavilion for quiet contemplation; a unique reflective pool will mirror the nearby Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The Memorial Park will also feature a visitor centre to promote understanding of the role of the UAE’s national heroes in serving and safeguarding the nation.

The Martyrs' Families' Affairs Office, MFAO, which was founded to follow-up on the affairs of the families and children of national heroes, and provide them with necessary support, will supervise the phases of work on the Memorial Park.

The MFAO has launched a dedicated website for the Memorial, thememorial.ae, where visitors may access information on the latest developments concerning the Memorial and read more about the UAE’s national heroes. Visitors will also be able to interact on the website through messages and other activities.

Mohamed arrives in Bahrain

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today arrived in Manama on a fraternal visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain.

On his arrival at the Sakhir Air Base, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed was received by Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and First Deputy Prime Minister, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Bahrain Defence Force and a number of sheikhs.

During his visit, Sheikh Mohamed is accompanied by Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, and Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Under-Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court.

Mohamed discusses ways to bolster relations with Bahraini King

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has met with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, to review fraternal relations between the two brotherly countries, ways of strengthening them, as well as the latest Arab, regional and international developments.

The meeting was held today after the Bahraini King received His Highness Sheikh Mohamed and his accompanying delegation visiting the country.

They were received in the presence of Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and First Deputy Prime Minister, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Bahrain Defence Force at the Wadi Ali Palace.

The meeting was attended by Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, and Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Under-Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways of bolstering and developing bilateral relations and aspects of cooperation between the UAE and Bahrain, based on the distinguished historical ties and a strong foundation of love, brotherhood, understanding and joint action.

The meeting also emphasised the importance of strengthening the ongoing coordination between the two countries under the GCC framework in support of joint action in order to ensure progress and prosperity of the peoples of the GCC countries and for facing various current challenges.

The two sides also reviewed overall developments, the current regional and international situation, and exchanged views on a number of issues of common concern.

King Hamad hosted a luncheon in honour of Sheikh Mohamed and his accompanying delegation.

Mohamed leaves Bahrain

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today concluded his visit to the Bahraini capital Manama, following the brotherly visit to the Kingdom.

He was seen off at the Sakhir Air Base by Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and First Deputy Prime Minister, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Bahrain Defence Force, and a number of sheikhs and officials.

Sheikh Mohamed is accompanied by Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, and Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Under-Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court.

Mohamed restructures Board of Trustees of Mohammed V University

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has issued a resolution reshuffling the Board of Trustee of Mohammed V University - Agdal - Abu Dhabi.

The resolution appoints Dr. Mohammad Mattar Salem bin Abed Al Kaabi as chairman of the board.

It also names Dr. Mohammed Yousef Hassan Mohammed Baniyas, Dr. Karima Mattar Rashid Al Mazrouei, Dr. Saeed Amzazi, Dr. Jamaluddin Al Hani, and Dr. Hakima Khamar as members.

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