On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, His Excellency Sheikh Shakhbout extended his congratulations to the UAE leadership, saying: "Today, we express our feelings of pride and loyalty to the UAE. On this occasion, we renew our pledge to the UAE and its leadership. We hoist the flag high in the UAE skies and in all UAE missions around the world to commemorate our nation’s achievements and symbolize our future ambitions reach new heights.”
UAE embassies, consulates, and diplomatic missions worldwide also marked the day by raising the UAE flag at 11am, according to the local time of the host country, in the presence of members of UAE missions from both diplomatic and consular corps. The ceremonies were held to celebrate national pride and loyalty, underscoring the shared determination to serve the UAE and support its continued development.
The UAE marks Flag Day annually.
On 3 November 2013, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched a national campaign to celebrate Flag Day, calling on all institutions, ministries, and authorities to raise the UAE flag as an expression of appreciation for the UAE, its unity, and national belonging.
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