Read the Dubai Ruler's full speech here Last updated: May 05, 2026 | 20:25 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, delivered a speech on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the unification of the Armed Forces, in which he praised their honourable national roles, as well as the dedication and sacrifices of their heroes over five decades of service, during which they raised the name of the UAE high and formed the impregnable fortress that preserved the nation’s pride and safeguarded its dignity and honour. The following is the text of the speech: “We gather today to celebrate the golden jubilee of the issuance of the decision to unify the UAE Armed Forces. More than ever, the importance of this decision is evident today, as it marked the beginning of the journey to build the nation’s shield and its decisive sword, and the umbrella of its security and stability.…