On Flag Day, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has responded to the call of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, by raising the UAE flag along with all ministries and organisations at one time on 3 November to mark Flag Day. DEWA celebrated UAE Flag Day in a distinguished national atmosphere, reflecting the loftiest images of unity, pride and loyalty to the wise leadership and the Union Flag.
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, raised the flag at 11 am, attended by DEWA’s Executive Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents and employees. The event was broadcast on DEWA’s internal portal.
“I congratulate His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; Their Highnesses the Members of the Supreme Council and Rulers of the Emirates; Their Highnesses the Crown Princes; and the noble Emirati people and residents of this generous country, on the occasion of ‘Flag Day’. We celebrate Flag Day annually to symbolise the UAE sovereignty and pride, and we renew our loyalty and belonging to keep the UAE’s flag fluttering high and preserve the glory of our Emirati people,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA.
“This national celebration is imbued with the highest feelings of pride, cohesion and brotherhood, and the highest degree of patriotism among Emiratis and residents of the UAE. This represents the depth of their gratitude, support, and appreciation for the development and prosperity journey established by the Founding Fathers and carried on by the wise leadership. This consolidates the country’s competitiveness and its leading global position, to remain the land of tolerance and peace, a beacon for goodness and a guarantee of a brighter and more sustainable future for all humanity,” added Al Tayer.
DEWA’s celebrations of Flag Day included a dedicated section on its internal portal with national information and facts about the UAE flag. The Flag Day logo was also displayed on all screens across DEWA. The event included an area dedicated to food carts and an array of interactive activities.
Source: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority