President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared July 18 as Union Pledge Day. This is in celebration of the historic meeting held on this day in 1971, when the country’s founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and his brothers the Rulers signed the declaration of the Union and the UAE Constitution while announcing the official name of the United Arab Emirates.
This historic meeting represented a key step towards establishing a federation of emirates on December 2, 1971.
The President stated that July 18, 1971 is one of the most important days in the history of the UAE, as the declaration of the Union and UAE Constitution were signed.
The President added that Union Pledge Day is an occasion to commemorate the UAE’s journey, and draw lessons and morals for the present and future.
Union Pledge Day is the fourth national occasion in the UAE after Union Day, Flag Day and Commemoration Day.
Union Pledge Day aims to promote the national values and principles established by the late Sheikh Zayed and his brothers the Rulers, which remain the foundation of the nation’s journey. The day will also raise awareness among youth about the country’s history and the sacrifices and efforts made to achieve this historic union.
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