As Saudi Arabia marks its 95th National Day, leaders from the United Arab Emirates have extended their heartfelt congratulations to the Kingdom’s leadership. On Tuesday, the UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, along with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, sent formal congratulatory messages to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and King of Saudi Arabia.
In addition to these official messages, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, shared his felicitations on social media. Addressing King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, His Highness expressed, “We congratulate my brother, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and my brother, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the brotherly Saudi people on their 95th National Day, may God return it to them with goodness and blessings. Our brotherhood and love unite us… and the joy in their glorious days… We ask God to perpetuate the glory and majesty of the Kingdom… and to preserve its stability and perpetuate its prosperity.”
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is preparing for spectacular celebrations across the country. The General Entertainment Authority (GEA), chaired by Turki Al Sheikh, has organized a grand lineup of events to take place in all regions under the theme ‘Our pride is in our nature’.
The festivities include breathtaking aerial stunts by aerobatic aircraft painting the skies with vibrant colours, naval displays featuring frigates and patrol boats, and a grand land parade showcasing military vehicles, equipment, and a marching band, combining patriotism with pageantry.
The evening celebrations will be capped with synchronized fireworks displays at 9 pm on September 23 across 14 cities, including Riyadh’s Binnaban historic area, Dammam Waterfront, Jeddah Art Promenade and Yacht Club, Madinah’s King Fahd Central Park, and Hail’s Al-Salam Park. Other cities such as Arar, Sakaka, Abha, Al-Baha, Tabuk, Buraida, Jazan, Taif, and Najran will also join the celebrations, with some continuing fireworks into the evening of September 24.
From skies to seas and city streets, the 95th National Day promises to be a memorable celebration that brings together culture, patriotism, and entertainment, uniting the Kingdom in a spectacular display of national pride.
