Press Releases
03 Nov 2025
Statement of the Director General, Chairman of the Board on Flag Day
(Al Tayer: Flag Day is a national occasion that embodies renewed loyalty to the leadership and deep belonging to the nation)
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), said:
“Flag Day is a cherished national occasion on which the people of the UAE renew their unwavering loyalty to the wise leadership and reaffirm their profound sense of belonging to the nation. It is also a moment of reflection to honour the noble journey of the late founding fathers, whose visionary leadership and enduring efforts laid the foundations of the Union and charted the UAE’s path towards progress, unity, and prosperity.
“Raising the flag stands as an everlasting symbol of pride, unity, and sovereignty. It reflects our collective loyalty, belonging, and devotion to the homeland, and reaffirms the enduring bond between the leadership and the people — a bond founded on sincerity, dedication, and innovation. On this day, we honour the great sacrifices made by our forefathers to build a modern, prosperous nation, and we remain committed to upholding the noble values they instilled in us — love for the homeland and unwavering loyalty to it.
“This occasion serves as a renewed source of inspiration to continue advancing the nation’s comprehensive development under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and his brother His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. The UAE’s remarkable achievements stand as a testament to the nation’s sincerity, dedication, and collective will. We call upon everyone to work earnestly to safeguard these accomplishments and to contribute to the UAE’s ongoing journey of progress, prosperity, and excellence.”
He concluded: “Flag Day will forever stand as a profound symbol that unites us in love for our homeland, strengthens our sense of national pride, and inspires us to redouble our efforts to uphold the UAE’s flag as a beacon of glory, dignity, and generosity across the world.”