H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, highlighted the importance of the Unification of the Armed Forces in providing strength to the UAE. He emphasised that this strength serves as a deterrent to anyone considering interfering with the country's capabilities or undermining the progress of its people. Sheikh Hamdan noted that maintaining full readiness and staying highly prepared in a world filled with crises and conflicts are essential for the effective functioning of the armed forces. He made these remarks to mark the 48th Armed Forces Unification Day, celebrated annually on the 5th of May. Sheikh Hamdan said that since the unification of the armed forces almost five decades ago, they have earned a commendable reputation and promoted understanding, coexistence, and peace worldwide. Additionally, they have offered significant humanitarian aid and support to sisterly and friendly nations during times of disasters, crises, wars, and conflicts. Following is H.H. Sheikh Hamdan's speech marking the occasion: ‘’Today, the UAE celebrates the 48th anniversary of the unification of its Armed Forces. It is a precious anniversary in which we remember the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the contributions he and the Founding Leaders made to consolidate the ...

The UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received condolences on the death of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, from H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai; H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance; H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Media Council. His Highness also accepted condolences from H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman and CEO Emirates Airline; H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council. Alongside His Highness the President, condolences were accepted by the brothers of the late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed and his sons, as mourners prayed for Allah Almighty to bestow His mercy on the late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed and asked that he may rest in peace. Condolences were also accepted alongside His Highness the President by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court; H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi; H.H. Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu ...

In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to ensure that Dubai is the world’s fastest, and most agile and future-ready city, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, launched the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence, a yearly plan focused on harnessing the potential of technology to achieve quality-of-life focused outcomes. Unprecedented achievements HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed affirmed that Dubai's annual plan to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence applications embodies the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to enhance the city’s leadership as a global technology and innovation hub. The plan also reflects Dubai’s commitment to leverage new artificial intelligence technologies to create a brighter future in all sectors. His Highness said: "In 1999, Dubai commenced its journey towards the future by launching its digital transformation venture, which has continued to achieve major milestones leading to the recent unveiling of the Dubai Digital Strategy last year. We have realised record-breaking accomplishments that have established Dubai as the premier hub for billion-dollar global enterprises in the ...