The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prime Minister, sent congratulatory cables to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, on the occasion of his country's National Day. In their cables, the Saudi leadership expressed their sincerest congratulations and best wishes for good health and happiness to His Highness, and for continued progress and prosperity to the government and people of the brotherly United Arab Emirates.
Union Day: A pivotal historical milestone
This congratulation coincides with the United Arab Emirates' celebrations of the anniversary of its founding, a historic event that took place on December 2, 1971. On this day, the will of the founding fathers, led by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his brothers, the rulers of the Emirates, united to establish a modern state that has become a leading model of development and progress at both the regional and international levels. On this occasion, everyone recalls the journey of construction and renaissance that the UAE has witnessed, which has transformed it into a global economic and political powerhouse.
Deep-rooted fraternal ties and a shared destiny
Saudi-Emirati relations are characterized by a unique bond based on blood ties, shared history, and a common destiny. This relationship extends beyond formal diplomatic relations to encompass deep social and cultural ties between the two nations. Over the past decades, this relationship has served as a stabilizing force for the region and a cornerstone of the Gulf Cooperation Council's stability, reflecting a convergence of visions and positions on various regional and international issues.
Strategic partnership and economic integration
Strategically, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are linked by an integrated framework, most notably the Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council, which aims to enhance joint cooperation across all sectors, including the economy, investment, energy, and technology. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 aligns with the UAE’s future development plans, creating significant investment opportunities and solidifying the two countries’ positions as the largest economies in the Arab region. This close cooperation not only serves the interests of both nations but also directly contributes to strengthening the economic and political security of the entire Middle East, underscoring that what unites Riyadh and Abu Dhabi is a strategic partnership aimed at building a brighter future for the region.
