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Dubai Eye
05-03-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
UAE President declares Khawaneej farm third union site
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared the late His Highness Sheikh Zayed's farm in Khawaneej as the third union side, joining Union House and Arqoob Al Sedira. The designation honours the location for its association with early discussions between the late Sheikh Zayed and his fellow rulers. These discussions laid the groundwork for the landmark agreement on the union and the UAE Constitution, which was signed four months later on what is now celebrated as Union Pledge Day. The announcement was made after the Emirati ruler shared iftar with their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, along with Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers at a historic farm of the UAE's Founding Father. Their Highnesses recalled key moments on the path towards the nation's formation, and paid tribute to the dedication of the late Sheikh Zayed and his fellow leaders who worked tirelessly to unite the country and support the development of its people. They reaffirmed that Sheikh Zayed's legacy remains an enduring source of inspiration and guidance, and they reiterated their commitment to preserving the nation's achievements and advancing its progress. I had the pleasure of joining my brothers, the Rulers of the Emirates, to share iftar in a location that holds special significance. For two weeks in March 1971, the late Sheikh Zayed and the Rulers met here at his farm in Al Khawaneej, Dubai, to discuss and plan the UAE's… — محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) March 4, 2025
Filipino Times
05-03-2025
- Politics
- Filipino Times
UAE leaders gather for Iftar at Sheikh Zayed's historic farm
In observance of the holy month of Ramadan, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, together with the Rulers of the Emirates, gathered for iftar at the historic farm of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in Al Khawaneej, Dubai. During the event, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed officially recognized the farm as the UAE's third union site, joining Union House and Arqoob Al Sedira, highlighting the role the site played in the establishment of the country. 'I had the pleasure of joining my brothers, the Rulers of the Emirates, to share iftar in a location that holds special significance,' H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed said in a social media post. The farm, which holds significant historical value, was the site of critical discussions between the founding rulers of the UAE, which contributed to the establishment of the UAE. 'For two weeks in March 1971, the late Sheikh Zayed and the Rulers met here at his farm in Al Khawaneej, Dubai, to discuss and plan the UAE's formation. Today this farm joins Union House and Arqoob Al Sedira as one of the sites that proved pivotal to the establishment of the Union,' the President added. I had the pleasure of joining my brothers, the Rulers of the Emirates, to share iftar in a location that holds special significance. For two weeks in March 1971, the late Sheikh Zayed and the Rulers met here at his farm in Al Khawaneej, Dubai, to discuss and plan the UAE's… — محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) March 4, 2025 The gathering saw the participation of the Supreme Council Members, Rulers of the Emirates, Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers, and other key officials. The UAE President welcomed H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah; H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman; H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah; H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qawain; and H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah. Following the Maghrib prayer, H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed hosted an iftar reception, joining in the tradition of breaking their fast.
