In the presence of more than 40,000 people from the Philippine community in the country .. Nahyan bin Mubarak is witnessing a public celebration on the occasion of the 127th anniversary of the independence of the Philippines

Nahyan bin Mubarak:

● The UAE and the Philippines have strong historical bonds, and a present witnessing an exceptional fruitful partnership, and a future that carries good, prosperity and prosperity, God willing, for the two countries and their people, and for all humanity
● The values ​​of coexistence and tolerance prevail in all components of the Emirati society … and the Philippine community is an inherent component

Dubai on June 1 / WAM / His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, His Excellency Hans Liu Kakdak, Undersecretary of the Filipino Migrant Ministry, for employment and social welfare affairs for workers abroad, the Philippine Consul in Dubai, His Excellency Marford Angeles, a number of Emirati officials, diplomatic, economic and social figures from the Filipino community, the celebration that It was held on the occasion of the 127th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of the Philippines, “Kalayan 2025”.
The event hosted by the Dubai World Trade Center, organized by the “Emirates Loves Philippines” page in cooperation with the Dubai Police, in the presence of a large public, as it attracted more than 40 thousand people, from the people of the Philippine community residing in the country, in an atmosphere that reflected the close relations between the two countries and the two friendly peoples.

In his speech at the beginning of the festive, His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan congratulated the people of the Philippine community residing on the 127th anniversary of the independence of their country. the world.
His Excellency added: This day does not only immortalize your independence, but also embodies your steadfast spirit, your deep sense of society, and your constant optimism. It is a day of pride and pride, and you have all the right to celebrate it.
He stressed that the UAE is proud of its close relationship with the Philippine Republic, as she is a close friend and a trusted partner, and he said: Over the decades, and throughout our country, he left hundreds of thousands of the sons and daughters of the Philippine community, which are stigmatized in various sectors.
His Excellency pointed out that knowledge, skills, creativity and sympathy enjoyed by the people of the Philippine community has positively affected the fields of health care, education, hospitality, financial services, entrepreneurship, arts, etc., and pointed out that geography may differentiate between our two countries, but what unites us from common values ​​- such as tolerance, openness, mutual respect and belief in human dignity – makes our relationship a solid and inspiring model.
His Excellency added: The success story of the UAE is a participatory story.
His Excellency highlighted that the achievements achieved in the UAE came thanks to the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, and with continuous support from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the State, Prime Minister, Ruler of Dubai, may God bless him, and from all our national leadership, where our country adopted the principles of human brotherhood, coexistence, mercy and achievement, basic pillars of its career.
He said that our celebration today embodies this vision, and confirms that the UAE honors every culture and every legacy that embraces it on its soil, and appreciates every community that contributes to building this great country.
His Excellency added: In this spirit of unity, integration and celebration, I would like to share with you a new national initiative close to my heart, and he explained that as Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and in partnership with the “Fund of the Nation”, I recently launched a national written competition entitled: “Our Life in the Emirates.”
His Excellency stated that this initiative, which is in line with the slogan “Society”, represents an invitation addressed to everyone who lives on the land of the state – from citizens and residents, young and old, students and professionals – to participate in their stories and voices.
He indicated that this competition calls on the participants to express what life represents them in the UAE, through a short story, poem, message, article, or any other creative form, in Arabic or English.
His Excellency expressed his confidence that some of the most influential and sincere participants come from the Philippine community, from those who came carrying dreams, and built a future, from fathers and mothers who educate their children, and from nurses, nurses, teachers, engineers, artists and creators in various fields.
He stressed that the stories of the Philippine community are important, and that the Emirati society in all its components would like to hear it.
His Excellency called on everyone to submit their posts through the website: www.myuaestory.ae
His Excellency urged members of the community to spread the word, encourage families, children, colleagues, and neighbors to participate, because of this experience in the inspiration of others, and to express the reality of life in the Emirates, and the unique unity of this country in diversity.
He pointed out that the winning posts will be published in two memorial books – one in Arabic and the other in English, and the winners will be celebrated in a big party, and they will be awarded valuable prizes.
His Excellency stressed that this competition is more than just a competition, but rather represents a national heritage that reflects our common identity. In conclusion, he renewed congratulations and best wishes for the Philippine community, stressing that this generous community embodies everything that the UAE represents: courage, generosity, family spirit, ambition, and belief that when we meet on one land with the multiplicity of our cultures – they are able to build a more tolerant, comprehensive, and prosperity world.
His Excellency concluded by saying: Here I am standing today among you, I see the colors of the Philippines, I hear its tunes, and I feel its spirit … here in the heart of the Emirates. I am pleased to share this celebration, and be part of it.
The writing competition “Our Life in the Emirates”, with a joint organization of the Fund of the Watan and the Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence, launched an invitation to the citizens and residents of the Emirates to share their stories and personal experiences, in celebration of the UAE’s rich culture and its national identity and the values ​​of tolerance and coexistence.
Participants from different segments of society can present works in both Arabic and English through various methods that include the short story, article, Nabati and eloquent poetry, thoughts, and messages.
The competition aims to enhance dialogue and community cooperation, and highlight the successful Emirates model in coexistence and happiness, with the publication of the widely selected writings to reflect cultural diversity and strengthen the bonds of social interconnection. This project represents an effective contribution to the consolidation of the principles of human brotherhood and pride in the unique characteristics of life in the Emirates.

During the event, His Excellency Hans Liu Kakdak, Undersecretary of the Filipino Migrant Ministry of Workers, for employment and social welfare affairs abroad, delivered a speech in which he touched on many axes related to the distinguished positive relations that link the two countries, which are positively reflected in the Philippine society in the UAE, and the many privileges that Filipino workers enjoy in the UAE.

The celebration came as a distinguished Filipino night on the land of the Emirates, which reflected the celebration that the Philippine community residing in the country, and the social ties between its sons, and the appreciation and respect of all the communities residing in the UAE, and the respect and respect that the relations between the people of different cultures prevail over the land of the UAE in coexistence and tolerance.
The attendance of the celebration enjoyed many cultural events, musical performances, and folk dances, as well as entertainment vertebrae directed to children. A number of Filipino artists, including Garreen Garcia and Kai Montinola, participated in the artistic and entertainment paragraphs, and the spectacle shows, electronic games, a corner of food, artistic activities for children, a technical exhibition, and a learning area that formed a platform for the Philippine schools in the country, impressive performances of bikes, withdrawals and many prizes, in addition to the effectiveness Shipping “, which provided an area that brought together many representatives of the shipping companies, under the supervision of the Philippine Business Council.

It is noteworthy that the UAE and the Philippine Republic have strong friendship, even before the official establishment of diplomatic relations on August 19, 1974, then the opening of the Filipino Republic Embassy in Abu Dhabi on June 17, 1980, and the relations between the two countries also evolved until it was crowned in 1989 with the opening of the UAE embassy in Manila, and the areas of bilateral cooperation expanded in a fruitful and noticeable manner, and the UAE embraced hundreds of thousands of children The Philippine community works in many vital sectors, and they contribute a distinguished contribution to the sustainability of the state’s development process.

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