In a statement Saturday, Sheikha Fatima described this milestone as a culmination of the country's diplomatic achievements made under the wise leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members, Rulers of the Emirates.
Sheikha Fatima also praised the efforts of H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and his distinguished diplomatic team, who played an exemplary role in deepening UAE's international ties.