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Dubai Eye
6 days ago
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan praises UAE National Service recruits' military skills
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has praised the discipline and readiness of UAE National Service recruits. "This exceptional performance embodies the vision of our wise leadership to equip individuals with the capabilities needed to safeguard the nation's achievements, protect its security, and contribute to its continued prosperity," Sheikh Hamdan said. He highlighted the UAE National Service Programme's success after witnessing military demonstrations of the 22nd cohort at Dubai's Seih Hafeer training centre. "Preparing national personnel requires strategic investment in training that integrates advanced military knowledge, physical readiness, and tactical precision. What we witnessed today reflects a high level of professionalism and clearly demonstrates the capabilities acquired by National Service Programme recruits, qualifying them to carry out defence duties with full competence." The event featured tactical and combat exercises, infantry formations and field manoeuvres designed to demonstrate the recruits' readiness and discipline. The recruits showcased the results of intensive training in military science, physical fitness and combat skills. Today, I attended an impressive display by the 22nd cohort of the National Service Programme at the Seih Hafeer Training Centre, showcasing their skills. The recruits demonstrated high levels of competence, discipline, and tactical readiness. With the continued guidance and… — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 31, 2025 His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, also observed military displays at Sweihan Training Centre. Sheikh Khaled expressed pride in the recruits' discipline and professionalism, noting that national service remains a key pillar of the UAE's security framework. Both demonstrations were attended by senior officials, military commanders and the families of the recruits.
TAG 91.1
6 days ago
- Politics
- TAG 91.1
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan praises UAE National Service recruits' military skills
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has praised the discipline and readiness of UAE National Service recruits. "This exceptional performance embodies the vision of our wise leadership to equip individuals with the capabilities needed to safeguard the nation's achievements, protect its security, and contribute to its continued prosperity," Sheikh Hamdan said. He highlighted the UAE National Service Programme's success after witnessing military demonstrations of the 22nd cohort at Dubai's Seih Hafeer training centre. "Preparing national personnel requires strategic investment in training that integrates advanced military knowledge, physical readiness, and tactical precision. What we witnessed today reflects a high level of professionalism and clearly demonstrates the capabilities acquired by National Service Programme recruits, qualifying them to carry out defence duties with full competence." The event featured tactical and combat exercises, infantry formations and field manoeuvres designed to demonstrate the recruits' readiness and discipline. The recruits showcased the results of intensive training in military science, physical fitness and combat skills. Today, I attended an impressive display by the 22nd cohort of the National Service Programme at the Seih Hafeer Training Centre, showcasing their skills. The recruits demonstrated high levels of competence, discipline, and tactical readiness. With the continued guidance and… — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 31, 2025 His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, also observed military displays at Sweihan Training Centre. Sheikh Khaled expressed pride in the recruits' discipline and professionalism, noting that national service remains a key pillar of the UAE's security framework.
Al Etihad
6 days ago
- General
- Al Etihad
Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends specialised demonstrations by 22nd cohort of UAE National Service Programme at Sweihan Training Centre
31 July 2025 21:54 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended specialised demonstrations presented by the 22nd cohort of the UAE National Service Programme for the 2024–2025 training year, held at Sweihan Training Centre in Abu ceremonial event commenced with the UAE National Anthem, followed by a field drill featuring a series of tactical and combat demonstrations. The recruits showcased advanced operational skills acquired during their national service training, reflecting a high level of readiness, discipline and professionalism in executing military Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed his pride in the high level of skills and outstanding discipline demonstrated by the recruits, commending their strong sense of commitment and patriotism. His Highness affirmed that the young recruits represent a key pillar in safeguarding the nation's security and protecting its Highness congratulated the graduates on their advanced field readiness and extensive military knowledge, wishing them continued success in fulfilling their national duty with dedication and Highness underscored the pivotal role of the National and Reserve Service Programme, which has been instrumental, over the past 11 years, in fostering loyalty and a sense of belonging among Emirati youth. His Highness emphasised its vital contribution to safeguarding the nation's achievements and advancing the UAE's enduring progress under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed the programme, recruits received both basic and specialised training covering theoretical and practical military sciences, in addition to physical fitness, combat skills, and military discipline. The comprehensive National Service training equipped the recruits with the highest levels of preparedness and operational the beginning of the event, the Commander of Sweihan Training Centre delivered a speech emphasising that the military demonstrations reflected the highest levels of readiness and discipline, demonstrating the Emirati youth's ability to execute military tasks with unwavering determination and high Commander further underscored the vital role of national service in strengthening the operational readiness of the UAE Armed Forces and equipping young Emiratis with essential skills, while fostering a future-ready generation empowered by knowledge and resilience to uphold the nation's development and achievements. The event was attended by His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court; His Excellency Lieutenant General Engineer Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces; His Excellency Dr Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development; His Excellency Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police; His Excellency Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary-General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Office of the Crown Prince; and senior officers of the Ministry of Defence, as well as the recruits' families.
Al Etihad
28-07-2025
- General
- Al Etihad
Hamdan bin Zayed attends specialised demonstrations by national service recruits at Liwa Training Centre
28 July 2025 22:28 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, has attended specialised demonstrations by the 22nd cohort of the UAE National Service Programme for the 2024-2025 training year at Liwa Training event was attended by Sheikh Yas bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Excellency Lieutenant General Engineer Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces, along with a number of senior officers of the Armed Forces, senior officials in Al Dhafra Region, and local Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised the readiness and discipline of the recruits, and their military skills and knowledge. Demonstrations included combat and tactical exercises, as well as infantry and team coordination displays that showcased recruits' professionalism and discipline. His Highness praised the outcomes of the intensive training during the programme, which covered military sciences, physical fitness, martial arts and discipline, enhancing recruits' capabilities in various fields.
Al Etihad
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Hazza bin Zayed attends specialised demonstrations by 22nd cohort of national service recruits at Seih Al Hama Training Centre in Al Ain Region
28 July 2025 21:34 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, has attended a series of specialised demonstrations delivered by the 22nd cohort of the UAE National Service Programme (2024-2025) during a ceremonial event held at Seih Al Hama Training Centre in Al Ain Region. The event was attended by His Excellency Staff Lieutenant General Ibrahim Nasser Mohamed Al-Alawi, Undersecretary of Ministry of Defence, senior officers of the Ministry of Defence, and the recruits' Highness extended his congratulations to the recruits on their accomplishments throughout the UAE National Service Programme, encompassing both theoretical and practical training Highness conveyed his sincere wishes for their continued success in serving the nation, protecting its interests and safeguarding its Highness also reaffirmed the importance of aligning with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, President of the UAE, for all Emiratis to be actively engaged in the nation's journey of advancement and His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan urged the recruits to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired to support the UAE Armed Forces with qualified talent and to further contribute to the capabilities of national the strategic role of the UAE National Service Programme, His Highness underscored its significance in developing national competencies, empowering youth and preparing a generation capable of leading the future and supporting the nation's comprehensive development Highness emphasised that responding to the call of duty represents a vital contribution to further strengthening national security, safeguarding sovereignty and upholding the UAE's enduring commencing with the national anthem, the ceremony involved the demonstration of various tactical and combat drills, during which the recruits demonstrated high levels of physical fitness, advanced military discipline and operational readiness, reflecting their preparedness to defend the nation with pride and dedication. The Deputy Commander of the Seih Al Hama Training Centre delivered a welcome address, extending his appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the distinguished attendees and expressing the UAE Armed Forces' pride in preparing a new cohort of national service recruits who stand ready to safeguard the UAE's security and other interests. He further emphasised that the UAE National Service Programme plays a vital role in fostering discipline, deepening national identity and instilling the core values of military service in both word and deed.
