The United Arab Emirates will join the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in celebrating its 95th National Day on 23rd September, reflecting the deep-rooted ties between the leaderships and peoples of both nations.
These bonds embody Gulf unity, reinforce joint Arab cooperation, and act as a cornerstone for regional stability and prosperity.
The relationship, first established by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and King Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, was further strengthened under the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia are following the same unwavering path of consolidating the distinguished relations between the two nations across all sectors.
The UAE and Saudi Arabia maintain aligned positions on regional and global issues, guided by shared principles that promote peace, security, and stability, while supporting prosperity across the Arab world and beyond.
Bilateral cooperation has also spurred comprehensive development in both countries. Preliminary figures show that the UAE’s non-oil trade with Saudi Arabia reached AED91 billion (US$25 billion) in the first half of 2025, compared to AED151.5 billion (US$41.2 billion) recorded in 2024.
Saudi Arabia has witnessed significant developmental, economic, and cultural progress in 2025, driven by the momentum of Saudi Vision 2030. This has further cemented the Kingdom’s role as a regional and global powerhouse.
The International Monetary Fund recently raised its 2025 forecast for Saudi Arabia’s economic growth to 3.6 percent, supported by a rebound in oil production and sustained expansion in non-oil sectors exceeding 3.4 percent.
(Inputs from WAM)
