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As countries around the world have weathered various challenges during the ongoing pandemic, UAE’s visionaries have managed to inspire its residents while empowering the workforce and easing tensions in the region.
While approaching the end of this year, we look back at some of the inspiring words from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai.
#ThankYouHeroes

Following the outbreak of COVID-19, Sheikh Mohammed praised those on the frontline on the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic launching the #ThankYouHeroes campaign in March.

#شكراً_خط_دفاعنا_الأول .. شكراً لتضحياتكم .. وسهركم .. وبذلكم من أجل الوطن … أنتم حماة الوطن اليوم وسياجه وجنوده المخلصين … أدعو الجميع لتوجيه الشكر لهم .. والثناء والتقدير لجهودهم المتواصلة ليل نهار .. أطباء وممرضين ومسعفين وإداريين في قطاعنا الطبي في الدولة .. شكراً لكم pic.twitter.com/CcJdGSXpfQ
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) March 24, 2020

“Thank you, our first line of defense,” Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said on Twitter. “Thank you for your sacrifices and your watchfulness for the sake of the country.
“You are the protectors of the homeland today and its loyal soldiers. I invite everyone to thank them and appreciate for their continuous efforts.”
The ‘true power’ of a nation
At the beginning of April, His Highness shared the powerful and poignant message on about where “true power lies”.

The world has long been questioning where the true power lies. Does economy drive politics or the other way around? The coronavirus spread has shown that healthcare is the main power that shapes the economy and politics at a time when a disease brought nations to a standstill.
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) April 10, 2020

“The world has long been questioning where the true power lies,” he said. “Does economy drive politics or the other way around?
“The coronavirus spread has shown that healthcare is the main power that shapes the economy and politics at a time when a disease brought nations to a standstill.”
Those on the COVID-19 frontline will ‘go down in history’
In April, His Highness declared in a cabinet meeting that those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle that they will “go down in history”.
Sheikh Mohammed acknowledged how the nation was “racing against time to make our country ready for various circumstances”, but also highlighted and praised the efforts of those on the frontline of the COVID-19 battle.

Today, I chaired a cabinet meeting where we followed up on the latest developments and impact of the global COVID-19 on health, education and economic sectors of the UAE. We hosted frontline workers to thank them for their relentless efforts against the pandemic. pic.twitter.com/i0DzsCpv13
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) April 21, 2020

“Today you are setting the most wonderful examples of sacrifice and everyone will learn from you about the meanings of giving, humanity and responsibility,” he said. “We commend every second of the efforts and energies that you dedicate to the safety of citizens and residents, as well as your awareness of the dangers that you are facing every day to ensure our safety and the protection of our country.”
Thanking the loyal soldiers
In May, to mark the 44th UAE Armed Forces’ Unification Day His Highness paid tribute to the protectors of the nation.
“Today, as we face unprecedented testing times – as is the entire world – the memory of the unification of our armed forces comes to strengthen our belief in our ability to move forward and in successfully overcoming this test,” he said.
Sheikh Mohammed’s impassioned video about Sheikh Zayed
Every year in the UAE, the 19th day of Ramadan is marked as Zayed Humanitarian Day, paying tribute to the nation’s founding father.
Sheikh Mohammed shared a video paying tribute to the late Sheikh Zayed, depicting what the late founding father of the UAE would have done in the pandemic.

What would have Zayed done today ? pic.twitter.com/cLnKFweMKz
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) May 12, 2020

Titled ‘What would have Zayed done today?’, the two-minute video showcased the UAE leaders chairing virtual meetings, visiting essential workers during these times and more. It also showcases the tireless work of those on the frontline amidst the battle against the coronavirus.
In the narration, it’s stated if Zayed were around today, “He would have eased the pain by being caring, reassuring, supportive. He would have been the leader who, when the world is pausing, he’s already preparing for what’s next.”
The Hope Probe launch
Upon the successful launch of the UAE’s Hope Probe, Sheikh Mohammed shared his pride about the project the nation has spearheaded.

نعلن بحمدالله نجاح إطلاق مسبار الأمل .. نجاح إرسال أوامر التحكم للمسبار من مركز العمليات في الخوانيج .. نجاح عمل أنظمة الملاحة الفضائية والتحكم.. نجاح إطلاق الألواح الشمسية .. نجاح نظام الدفع للمسبار .. بدأنا رحلة ال493 مليون كم نحو الكوكب الأحمر.. اللهم هوّن سفرنا.. pic.twitter.com/3vA9gtNnas
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) July 20, 2020

“We proudly announce the successful launch of the Hope Probe,” he said. “The ground control station in Dubai has received the first signal from the probe after its solar panels were successfully deployed to charge its batteries.
“Our 493 million km journey to the Red Planet starts here.”
Praising the women of the nation
To mark the fifth annual Emirati Women’s Day on August 28, 2020, His Highness honoured women across the UAE.
Posting a video to his 10.3 million Twitter followers which paid tribute to Emirati women, he expressed his pride towards every female from the UAE.

إلى المرأة الإماراتية في يومها.. اجتهدتِ.. فأنجزتِ.. وأثبتِ للعالم من أنتِ.. فخورون بك.. معتزون بشراكتك في مسيرة التنمية…. نرفع رؤوسنا بإنجازاتك.. كل عام وأنت أفضل وأجمل.. pic.twitter.com/mVxW9nzZfI
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) August 27, 2020

“To the Emirati women, you worked hard, you accomplished and prove to the world who you are,” he said. “[We are] proud of you, proud of your partnership in the development process, we raise our heads with your achievements. Every year you are better and more beautiful.”
Condolences for the Beirut explosion
Following the devastating explosion in Beirut, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashed Al Maktoum shared a heartfelt message of support with the people of Lebanon.

تعازينا لأهلنا في لبنان الحبيبة .. اللهم ارحم من انتقلوا إليك .. اللهم الطف بأهلها ..اللهم ألهم شعب لبنان الصبر والسلوان .. pic.twitter.com/ZXVqUIXMUk
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) August 4, 2020

“Our condolences to our beloved people in Lebanon… God have mercy on those who have moved to you… God be kind on Lebanese people.”
His Highness also ensured as much aid as possible was sent to Lebanon from the UAE to help those in need.
Message to mark Saudi National Day
In celebration of this year’s Saudi National Day and to solidify the bond between the two countries, His Highness sent a heartfelt message to the “glorious” Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

رسالتي وأخي محمد بن زايد للمملكة العربية السعودية قيادةً وشعباً في يومهم الوطني المجيد … أدام الله مجدهم وعزهم وأدام أخوّة الشعبين الشقيقين.. معاً أبداً .. pic.twitter.com/B0us9qaS5N
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) September 23, 2020

In a video which Sheikh Mohammed shared, the continued great relationship between the Kingdom and the UAE was showcased.
It was stated the country hopes and prays for “the continued prosperity and continued success” of Saudi Arabia.
‘The UAE is everyone’s country’
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, reaffirmed the that the United Arab Emirates is “everyone’s country”.
“The UAE is everyone’s country and we have tried to build a successful model – our doors and books will remain open to all,” he said on social media.
UAE’s message on tolerance

#UAE believes in tolerance, openness, and coexistence with all peoples, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum says on UN 75th Anniversary.(Archive Photo)https://t.co/4aPmJVHhZ6 pic.twitter.com/WIdSHuyHbN
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 7, 2020

On the 75th anniversary of the United Nations, Sheikh Mohammed delivered a message on UAE’s tolerance, openness and coexistence saying, “We believe there is no future for anyone without cooperating with the other and that no nation can isolate itself from the rest of the world. The world learnt this lesson clearly in 2020 with the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.”
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Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received his first dose of the coronavirus vaccine, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) on Friday.
The Saudi health minister, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah was also vaccinated on December 17, one day after the Kingdom received its first batch of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. He stated that Saudi Arabia hopes to have vaccines to cover around 70 per cent of the Kingdom’s population by the end of 2021.

“What we are seeing today regarding the gains that have been achieved by the Kingdom since the beginning of the pandemic is an extension of one of the most important policies within Vision 2030 that prevention is better than cure,” Dr. Al-Rabiah said.

Dr. Al-Rabiah also shared thanks and gratefulness to the Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman for his determination to fulfil the journey of providing vaccines for all the Saudi Arabians.
As reported by the Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia, over half a million people have already registered to take the coronavirus vaccine since its launch last Tuesday.
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As we approach the close of 2020, many will be preparing to celebrate. However, given the ongoing pandemic, the public needs to be mindful of precautions and guidelines in place for health and safety reasons.
In line with this, the Dubai Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management has outlined some precautionary measures ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations in the emirate.

The rules were announced via the Dubai Media Office Twitter account, which included a maximum cap on gatherings in households – no more than 30 people can be present at private family or social gatherings.
Any gatherings found violating the above rules will be penalised. The host of the gathering will be fined Dhs50,000 and individuals will be fined Dhs15,000 each.

#Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management approves precautionary measures for New Year’s Eve celebrations. pic.twitter.com/RryViDDEEu
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) December 26, 2020

It was reiterated that inspections would be conducted to ensure all gatherings were complying with the published guidelines.
In addition, masks at gatherings need to be worn at all times and those who are elderly or have underlying health conditions are advised to not attend such gatherings.
For those who will be celebrating New Year’s Eve around various establishments around Dubai, ensure you wear a mask at all times apart from when sitting at your assigned table and ensure social distancing measures are adhered to.
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