Raise UAE flag in every home, street, institution... across the country

‘Brand Dubai’ of Dubai Government Media Office, in cooperation with the Dubai Municipality (DM), has launched an initiative to create the letters ‘U.A.E.’ using thousands of flags on Umm Suqeim Beach in Jumeirah 3, on the ocassion of Flag Day today. Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan: Flag Day is when national spirit and loyalty to leadership is renewed Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Executive Council Member, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Retirement Pensions and Benefits Fund for the emirate of Abu Dhabi, said UAE Flag Day is a day when national spirit is renewed and one can reflect on the achievements of the era of the President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa said that President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa, along with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE 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, and Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, completed the march of the union, resulting in the UAE reaching the highest echelons and competing with nations built centuries ago. Raising the UAE Flag this year will especially resonate with feelings of pride as it was used to wrap the bodies of the young martyrs who gave up their lives in order to maintain the security, stability and cohesion of countries in the region, he added. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan: Flag is a symbol of national identity Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, emphasised the fact that His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, endorsement of the UAE Flag Day has come at the right time and place. He said, "On this national occasion, we renew our commitment to strengthen the stature of the UAE flag, which is a symbol of the country's unification and solidarity among all Emiratis under its wise leadership. "On this occasion, we recall the efforts exerted by the founding fathers who had worked for hoisting the flag highly and promoting the country's stature.'' Sheikh Hamdan said, "The flag is a symbol of national identity and belonging, it means a lot to everyone and we cherish our flag as it represents our pride and dignity. We are lucky with our flag and wise leadership, which has provided us with the requirements of a happy life and positioned the UAE among advanced nations." "The UAE flag represents all means of justice, peace, tolerance, power and moderation under which all Emiratis live in security and stability, as well as a decent life. This comes in continuation of the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan," he added. Sheikh Hamdan congratulated the wise leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and 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 and Supreme Council Members, Their Highnesses the Rulers of the Emirates. Lubna Al Qasimi: Flag Day reflects sense of belonging to homeland Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of International Cooperation and Development (MICAD) and President of Zayed University, has said that the celebration of Flag Day shows how people are united around a symbol, under the UAE's wise philosophy and prudent leadership represented by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. This day marks President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan taking over the reins of government, Sheikh Lubna said and pointed out that the UAE, since then, has become a pivotal state, influencing various areas on the global level and supporting international stability. She said that November 3 of each year is a day when we renew our pledge to all our leadership and keep the flag as a symbol of the country's achievement. Celebrating Flag Day holds special significance, where the people and residents of UAE unite around one symbol, and make every effort to elevate it and keep it aloft, under the wise philosophy and clear vision of our wise leadership represented by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces,” said Sheikha Lubna. "If accomplishments should carry a title and slogan, the flag