Editorials of UAE newspapers

Abu Dhabi, 6th May / WAM / Local newspapers issued this morning, in their editorials, paid attention to the country’s commemoration of the 48th anniversary of the unification of its armed forces, an occasion celebrated by the wise leadership and loyal people on the 6th of May every year, as it is a venerable historical milestone that witnessed the unification of the armed forces under… One central command and one flag at the hands of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul, and his founding brothers, may God rest their souls, confirming that our armed forces have come under the shadow of the wise leadership headed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him. God, among the ranks of the best armies in the world, most efficient and well-prepared.

She added that the decision to unify the armed forces was not just an organizational step, but rather was the establishment of a national approach based on a long-term vision and strategy and formed the cornerstone of building a strong and united state, capable of protecting its security and stability and ensuring a bright future for its people, noting that it is an immortal and notable historical day. In the UAE’s journey, it is an honorable and firmly established milestone in our national conscience and the memory and conscience of our people that reflects the strength and interconnectedness of our eternal union, and it is a glorious memory of a day that means a lot in the nation’s history.

It opened the headline “An Immortal Day”… Al-Ittihad newspaper said that May 6, 1976, is an immortal day in national memory, when the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul, and the founding fathers consolidated the pillars of the Union State, with the decision to unify our armed forces, To perform its sacred mission of preserving the nation and its capabilities, enhancing its gains, protecting its sovereignty, supporting our development process, and contributing to spreading the state’s message by consolidating the factors of security, stability, and peace in the region and the world.
She confirmed that our armed forces, under the wise leadership headed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, have become among the ranks of the best armies in the world in terms of efficiency and preparation, by providing them with the latest weapons, military technology and advanced systems, establishing national military institutes, schools and colleges, and organizing The best advanced training programs for its members, in addition to providing all the capabilities to develop the defense industries sector.
She added at the conclusion of her editorial that our armed forces, through their tasks in the fields of duty, and maintaining the highest levels of strength, capacity, readiness, and defensive superiority, embodied the UAE’s approach, principles, and mission, in supporting truth and justice, preserving peace, combating terrorism, helping the afflicted, and serving humanity, as it is a factory of heroes. The source of the national spirit, the symbol of loyalty and belonging, and the subject of our pride and pride in all the sacrifices you made to protect the march of the Union, the nation’s progress and its future.

For its part, and under the title “Immortal Armed Forces Day,” Al-Khaleej newspaper wrote: “With feelings full of chivalry and pride, the United Arab Emirates commemorates the forty-eighth anniversary of the unification of its armed forces, and it is an occasion celebrated by the wise leadership and loyal people on the sixth of May every year.” Year, as it is a great historical milestone that witnessed the unification of the armed forces under one central command and one flag at the hands of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul, and his founding brothers, may God rest their souls.

She explained that celebrating this day is a fulfillment of the pledge of a great national event, and constituted a defining moment in the journey of the Union State, contributed to raising its lofty edifice, and consolidated identity and belonging to this land.

She added that, for nearly five decades, the UAE Armed Forces have been the pillar of the nation, the protector of its achievements, and a key player in development and prosperity efforts, and here it is, under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, may God protect him, a majestic force. It is comparable to the armed forces of developed countries, with their high readiness and accumulated experience in maintaining security and stability, and carrying out their humanitarian duties outside the homeland during crises and disasters that brotherly and friendly peoples have faced and are facing. They are also a force of goodness, peace and stability that defends what is right and takes the initiative to extend a helping hand. And support for everyone in all parts of the world, in addition to its pivotal role within the nation in the development process crowned with leadership and radiance.

She continued: “The Armed Forces are not only an army and various vehicles and weapons, but also a force of creativity, innovation, and diverse industries, and an essential resource for society and the state through the training of capable leaders and distinguished competencies. This was confirmed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, May God protect him, in his speech on this immortal occasion, when he said: “The UAE military industries contribute today to meeting an important part of the needs of our armed forces, and compete with their high-quality and efficient products in the international arms market, and have become an important tributary to our efforts to diversify our economy, and a vital field for research and development.” And the formation of scientific competencies, and an effective tool in strengthening the UAE’s relations with brotherly and friendly countries.”

She stressed that the procession of achievements that began in 1976 is still continuing, opening horizons for further progress and development at all levels, which is a matter of pride and inflames patriotic feelings, in honor of the great sacrifices made by the pioneering generation in founding and building, and in honor and appreciation of the martyrs of the armed forces who sacrificed They sacrificed their lives for the homeland, and they wrote their names with golden ink in the register of pride, honor and dignity.

The newspaper said in conclusion: “From year to year, May 6 will remain firmly entrenched in the nation’s memory and in the conscience of its people, and will remain a source of inspiration and celebration throughout the ages and through the succession of generations. Such an immortal occasion sharpens resolve and mounts enthusiasm for the highest and best national achievements that enhance the victorious federal process.” Our armed forces will remain the shield of the nation and the protector of its capabilities and gains, answering the call of duty whenever called upon.”

For its part, and under the title “The Sword and Shield of the Nation,” Al-Watan newspaper said: “The 48th anniversary of the unification of our valiant armed forces, with all that it represents, is a national occasion, an immortal and notable historical day in the UAE’s journey, and an honorable and deeply rooted milestone in our national conscience, and the memory and conscience of our people, reflecting the strength of “The bond of our eternal union is a glorious memory of a day that means a lot in the history of our nation.”

She stressed that the unification of the armed forces constituted a strategic step that embodied a constructive national vision, aiming to enhance the ability to confront geopolitical challenges and establish a modern and secure state, and marked the exceptional start of a great process during which our forces became among the most professional and capable among the world’s modern armies, a great achievement that is recorded in ink. From light in the nation’s most beautiful journeys due to the determination and vision of the founding leader, the late father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, “may God rest his soul,” and his righteous companions, through unifying the armed forces under one flag and one central command, by a historic decision on May 6, 1976.

She explained that this unification gave the Union double immunity and completed the strengthening of its pillars and increased their solidity so that we can live the blessing of security, safety, reassurance and pride. We proudly keep pace with the pioneering position our forces have achieved regionally and internationally thanks to the keenness of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, “may God protect him.” “And for our forces to be as professional and distinguished as they are thanks to the efforts of His Highness, his support, and his unlimited support to double their capabilities and enable them to research, develop, and produce modern technology, defense and military industries, and the most advanced systems in a sustainable manner, by qualifying their human cadres who are familiar with all advanced sciences and who always present the most wonderful images of belonging to the homeland and loyalty to the leadership.” Al Rashida and carrying the UAE’s noble message, dedication and sincerity for the sake of its glory, security and stances in support of truth and justice.
She pointed out that May 6, 1976, the 48th anniversary of which is being celebrated, is considered a pulse in our hearts and a beacon by which generations can be guided and from which they can draw lessons, confirming their pride in the march of our armed forces, which has always proven to be the symbol of peace and security and a main lever towards a future in which the star of the Union State will shine with its determination, effort, giving, and honorable image. Which it presents through its excellence and its role as a fence for the nation, a supporter of development, and a symbol of national unity in its highest sense in a country that is determined to be at the forefront of the most advanced civilization at all levels. It carried the trust and kept its oath, always affirming that it is committed to the nation during the performance of its sacred duty that it undertakes. In support of peace, stability and security, facing challenges and achieving rights, and at the same time a humanitarian force for the benefit of the oppressed and needy around the world, so that the UAE remains a leader in the field of security and stability with the aim of peace prevailing in the entire world.
At the conclusion of its editorial, Al-Watan stressed that the decision to unify our armed forces on May 6, 1976, was not just an organizational step, but rather was the establishment of a national approach based on a long-term vision and strategy and formed the cornerstone of building a strong and united state, capable of protecting its security. And its stability and ensuring a bright future for its people. The historic decision also strengthened our state’s ability to confront all the challenges surrounding us, and put us on a strong path towards building our modern state. Every year, our armed forces are the sword and shield of the nation and all its members are in good health, pride and glory.

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