UAE President Praises Team Behind 54th Eid Al Etihad Celebrations
By Thasmiya
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received the organising team behind the country’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, recognising their efforts in delivering the national event.
During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed thanked team members for their work and contribution to the successful organisation of celebrations that highlighted the UAE’s history, achievements and future ambitions.
## **UAE President commends organising team**
Sheikh Mohamed greeted members of the organising team and expressed his appreciation for the commitment and effort involved in preparing and delivering the national celebrations.
The meeting reflected the leadership’s recognition of the people working behind the scenes to coordinate one of the UAE’s most significant annual occasions.
## **Team reflects on UAE history and achievements**
Members of the organising team said they were proud to contribute to celebrations that presented the UAE’s journey from its formation to its current achievements and future-focused aspirations.
The programme also reflected the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Founding Father, and the values that have helped shape the country’s national identity.
## **Leadership support credited for celebration’s success**
The team expressed gratitude for the support received from the UAE leadership, saying it played an important role in the successful delivery of the celebrations.
Large national events require coordination between government entities, creative teams, performers, production specialists, technical crews and representatives from across the seven emirates.
The 54th Eid Al Etihad team had earlier worked with celebration representatives from across the country to support a unified approach to the national occasion.
## **What was the theme of the 54th Eid Al Etihad?**
The UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad was held under the theme **“United.”**
The theme focused on togetherness, shared national identity and the values that have connected the seven emirates since the establishment of the UAE.
Official celebration resources encouraged families, workplaces, schools, organisations and communities to take part through cultural, creative and sustainable activities.
## **Official ceremony held at Zayed National Museum**
The official 54th Eid Al Etihad ceremony took place on December 2, 2025, at Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi.
Sheikh Mohamed attended the ceremony alongside Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers and senior sheikhs.
The event was also livestreamed through official Eid Al Etihad digital platforms, allowing people across the UAE and beyond to participate in the national celebration.
## **Celebration highlighted unity, heritage and ambition**
The 54th Eid Al Etihad marked the anniversary of the UAE’s formation on December 2, 1971.
The national programme connected the country’s heritage with its modern achievements and future direction, highlighting the shared values that have supported the UAE’s development.
Celebrations took place across all seven emirates through ceremonies, cultural performances, community programmes and public events.
## **Who attended the meeting?**
The meeting was attended by:
- His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs - Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President - Several senior officials
Their attendance reflected the national significance of the celebrations and the contribution of the organising team.
## **Why this matters**
Eid Al Etihad is one of the UAE’s most important national occasions, bringing together citizens, residents, government entities and communities across the seven emirates.
By receiving and thanking the organising team, the UAE President highlighted the value of teamwork and the importance of recognising those who contribute to major national events.
The meeting also reinforced the central messages of the 54th celebration: unity, national pride, respect for the UAE’s heritage and confidence in its future.
## **FAQs**
### **Who did the UAE President receive?**
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed received the organising team responsible for the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations.
### **Why did Sheikh Mohamed meet the team?**
He met them to recognise and thank them for their efforts in successfully organising the national celebrations.
### **What did the celebrations highlight?**
They highlighted the UAE’s history, development journey, achievements, national identity and future ambitions, while reflecting the legacy of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
### **What was the official theme?**
The official theme was **“United,”** reflecting national unity and the shared identity of the seven emirates.
### **When was the 54th Eid Al Etihad?**
It was marked on December 2, 2025, commemorating the formation of the UAE in 1971.
### **Where was the official ceremony held?**
The official ceremony was held at Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi.
## **Source Credits**
Information source and resource owners: UAE President’s Court, Emirates News Agency, the official Eid Al Etihad platform and Abu Dhabi Media Office.
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