The government earlier announced the same holidays for those working in ministries and federal entities
uae18 hours ago
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended the second group wedding for Ministry of Defence employees, including 500 groomsmen.
They included soldiers, civilians and the sons of martyrs.
The group wedding, which took place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), coincides with the Ministry of Defence's celebrations of the 47th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces, and aligns with the leadership's objectives to support Emirati youth and further enhance family stability.
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed congratulated the couples and their families, wishing them a happy and successful married life. He urged them to build strong, cohesive families that are the nation's cornerstone of progress and assured them that the UAE leadership is committed to supporting Emiratis to help build a cohesive and tightly knit society.
The ceremony was attended by Lieutenant General Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces; Matar Salem Ali Al Dhaheri, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Defence; Staff Major General Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces; Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Executive Director of the Martyrs' Families' Affairs Office; senior officials from the Ministry of Defence and the grooms' families.
ALSO READ:
The government earlier announced the same holidays for those working in ministries and federal entities
uae18 hours ago
Also called the UAE Union Day, the UAE marks the National Day on December 2 every year to celebrate the unification of the Emirates in 1971
uae20 hours ago
The case is still under investigation, according to the authority
uae20 hours ago
Astrotourism, art venture, gami-vacation are some of the predicted travel trends next year
uae1 day ago
Saeed Salem Al Heabsi has a room in his home in Abu Dhabi that resembles a museum, showcasing a collection of rare items
uae1 day ago
The labour law ensures a fair balance between the rights and obligations of employers and employees; here's what it says about overtime work
uae1 day ago
The entire world is looking forward to the Council playing its intended role in maintaining international peace and security, it said
uae1 day ago
The vessel was 10 nautical miles from Zirku Island
uae1 day ago