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UAE celebrates 52nd Union Day

UAE 52nd Union Day

The United Arab Emirates proudly celebrates its 52nd Union Day on 2nd December, 2023, a day that marks the unity of the emirates and commemorates the country’s founding in 1971 by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his fellow founding fathers.

The year 2023 has been significant for the UAE, with numerous achievements at the national, regional, and international levels. In 2023, the UAE has further solidified its position as a leading global economy, characterised by resilience, diversity, and sustainability.

The UAE continues to focus on space and its sciences, striving for a pioneering role in this sector. In September, the country celebrated the return of Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi to Earth after a long mission in space, achieving a major milestone as the first Arab astronaut to spend an extended period at the International Space Station and perform a spacewalk.

Key sectors such as technology, renewable energy, and tourism have seen substantial growth, contributing to the nation's economic diversification efforts.

Inaugurating 2023 as "The Year of Sustainability" with the slogan "Today for Tomorrow," the UAE emphasises environmental sustainability and climate change challenges. The UAE is currently hosting the 28th session of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) at Expo City Dubai until December 12. The conference brings together world leaders and experts in an effort to mitigate the risks facing our planet.

The UAE reaffirms its commitment to climate and sustainability issues, not only at the local level but also on the international stage. This commitment is aimed at preserving the environment and ensuring a better future for generations to come. The UAE actively seeks to lend a helping hand to countries and communities worldwide in facing the challenges associated with climate change.

On 4th October, 2023, the United Nations Human Rights Council approved the UAE's fourth human rights report during the 54th session of the Council held in Geneva.

The UAE's membership in the UN Security Council emphasised its commitment to mediation efforts, diplomatic solutions to conflicts, and achieving the Council's goals of protecting international peace and security.

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