Maktoum bin Mohammed: Our armed forces are the shield protecting the renaissance of the homeland civilization

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, said that the anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces constitutes a milestone and a key milestone in the march of the UAE, as the sixth of May 1976 embodied the insight and forward-looking vision of the founding fathers, who established the rules of the Union and its noble national values, and provided guarantees that guarantee the country's prestige, security and stability.

In a speech on the occasion of the 47th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces, His Highness said: "The anniversary of the unification of our valiant armed forces represents all the meanings of pride and pride in this historic achievement, which has become a bright spot in the UAE's blessed march towards achieving unity and national cohesion under one flag raised by a unified army that protects the land, maintains security, maintains stability and enhances achievements, so that the Union State becomes stronger and more resilient, thanks to the directives of the wise leadership and the sacrifices of the heroes of our armed forces, the source of strength and a shield. Safety and the fence that protects the development and civilization of the homeland."

He added: "On this occasion dear to the hearts of the people of the UAE, we extend our warmest congratulations and blessings to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, may God protect him, and his two deputies and to their brothers, Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members, Rulers of the Emirates and the people of the Emirates, appreciating the exceptional and pioneering role of our armed forces in the process of national construction, proud of the achievements of its members in maintaining the security and territorial integrity of the country, and their honorable role in international efforts to maintain peace and extend a helping hand to help Brothers and friends regionally and internationally."

His Highness pointed to the support given by the command to our valiant armed forces, and the attention, care and follow-up it provides to bring them to the ranks of advanced modern armies by providing them with all modern systems and equipment that ensure strengthening their position as a model for development and growth at various levels.

His Highness said: "As we are proud of the valor of the men of the UAE Armed Forces, we remember our heroic martyrs who gave their lives and gave their lives for the sake of the homeland, defending its security and stability, and participating in peacekeeping in the region, and their memory and heroism will remain engraved forever in the eternal records of the homeland."