UAE Leaders Congratulate German President on Unity Day Celebration

UAE leaders sent congratulatory messages to Germany's top officials marking German Unity Day, highlighting the diplomatic ties between the two nations. The messages went to both President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, showing the UAE's commitment to maintaining strong bilateral relations.

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan led the diplomatic outreach by sending a congratulatory telegram to German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. The message recognized Germany's national unity celebration, which commemorates the reunification of East and West Germany in 1990.

Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who also serves as Dubai's ruler, sent similar congratulations to the German president. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the other vice president and head of the Presidential Court, also extended his congratulations.

Both Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed sent additional messages to Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, ensuring Germany's executive leadership received recognition from the UAE's highest officials.

These diplomatic exchanges reflect the UAE's broader strategy of maintaining positive relationships with major European powers. Germany ranks among the UAE's key trading partners in Europe, with significant business ties in sectors like renewable energy, technology, and manufacturing.

German Unity Day, celebrated annually on October 3rd, marks one of Germany's most important national holidays. The day represents the peaceful reunification that transformed Germany into Europe's largest economy and a major global power.