Teach Middle East Magazine Issue 2 Volume 2 Nov-Dec 2014 | Page 30

43rd National Day HAPPY 43RD NATIONAL DAY UAE! Photo: Ramesh Shukla Source: National Archives, UAE A s expatriates living in the United Arab Emirates, many of us have come to love this country and enjoy its traditions and culture. We have vacationed in many, if not all of the seven emirates and are proud to call many of the locals our friends. The UAE is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating countries in the world today. The rapid rate at which the country is developing, coupled with the many successes in key industries, has added to its undeniable progress since the federation was formed on December 2, 1971. We would like to extend out sincere congratulations to HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, “May God protect him”, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, “May God protect him”, HH General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, “May God protect Congratulations on your 43rd anniversary, UAE! ‫تهانينا لكم بمناسبة الذكرى ال34 لليوم الوطني‬ .‫لدولة اإلمارات العربية المتحدة‬ 28 Nov - Dec 2014 Special Feature him”, and their brothers, rulers of the emirates of Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain and Ajman, Highnesses and the people of the United Arab Emirates on the celebration of the UAE’s 43rd anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, Teach UAE Magazine has compiled a special feature that includes short profiles on the leaders, snapshots of the emirates, perspectives from citizens and memorable quotes among other great offerings.