UAE president hosts rulers, crown princes for Eid Al Adha 2025
Reception held at Al Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: In celebration of Eid Al-Adha, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Their Highnesses the members of the Federal Supreme Council and Rulers of the Emirates, alongside Crown Princes, Deputy Rulers, and other notables at Al Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi today.
The gathering was marked by an exchange of warm Eid Al Adha greetings and good wishes, as well as prayers for continued peace, prosperity, and progress for the people and leadership of the United Arab Emirates.
The dignitaries extended their congratulations to the UAE President and expressed hopes for the nation’s enduring unity, stability, and success. The meeting underscored the strong bonds among the country’s leadership and their shared vision for a prosperous future.
Who attended?
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah; His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman; His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah; His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain; and His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.
Also present was Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court.
Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers in attendance included His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence; His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah; His Highness Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman; His Highness Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah; and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain.
The leaders exchanged Eid greetings in a cordial setting, expressing their mutual aspirations for continued guidance and blessings upon the UAE and its people. Conversations highlighted the importance of preserving the nation’s achievements and enhancing its international stature through collaboration and forward-thinking policies.
They reiterated their collective commitment to furthering national development goals, ensuring the welfare of citizens, and supporting the UAE’s role as a beacon of peace and progress.
Who else was present?
The reception was also attended by several prominent members of the Al Nahyan family and high-ranking UAE officials. Among them were Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region; Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region; Sheikh Saif bin Mohammed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Suroor bin Mohammed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; and Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior.
Other notable figures included Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; Sheikh Omar bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; and Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO).
Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President, also attended, along with Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; and Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, was among the dignitaries, as well as Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President. A number of other sheikhs, ministers, and senior officials joined the occasion.
Eid Al Adha celebrations
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan also received well-wishers from across the country, including senior officials, citizens, members of the diplomatic corps, and visiting state guests.
The exchange of greetings reflected the inclusive nature of the UAE's leadership and its deep-rooted tradition of welcoming diverse communities during religious and national occasions.