In a gesture of unity and solidarity, prominent Arab leaders from across the region sent their heartfelt congratulations to Saudi Arabia’s leadership on the occasion of the Kingdom’s 94th National Day, celebrated on Monday, September 23, 2024. The day marks a momentous occasion in the history of Saudi Arabia, commemorating the nation’s founding and its remarkable journey towards development and global prominence.
Among the key figures who extended their best wishes were:
- Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE
- Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Ruler of Dubai
- Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, UAE Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister
- General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, Sudan’s Army Chief
- President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt
- President Mahmoud Abbas of Palestine
- King Mohammed VI of Morocco
Each of these leaders praised the enduring strength and vision of the Kingdom’s leadership, particularly King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Their messages were filled with admiration for Saudi Arabia’s achievements and aspirations, recognizing the Kingdom’s role as a stabilizing force in the region and its significant contributions to regional and global affairs.
In a post shared on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), King Salman expressed deep reverence for the occasion, describing the 94th National Day as “a dear memory renewed in the pages of our proud homeland, rooted in the conscience of the great Saudi people.” His message reflected both a celebration of the past and a hope for a secure, prosperous, and stable future for the Kingdom.
As the nation marked its 94th anniversary, King Salman’s words resonated with millions of Saudis and the wider Arab world, reinforcing a sense of pride and optimism for the country’s ongoing journey of progress. The warm congratulatory messages from regional leaders underscored the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation that exist between Saudi Arabia and its Arab neighbors, highlighting the Kingdom’s pivotal role in fostering unity and development across the Middle East and North Africa.