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UAE at 50

Stories celebrating 50 years of the UAE, reflecting on its achievements and future aspirations

A sunset in Liwa, Abu Dhabi. Photo: Victor Besa / The National
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The beauty of the UAE - in pictures

UAEDecember 15, 2021
Emirati Hessa Al Falasi with Indian celebrity designer Manish Malhotra. Photo: Etihad Airways

Emirati designer Hessa Al Falasi and Manish Malhotra create an Abaya Saree

FashionDecember 07, 2021
Officials said the world’s fair recorded 5,663,960 visits since its doors opened to the public on October 1. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
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Expo 2020 Dubai hits 5.6 million visits

Expo 2020December 06, 2021
A young boy waves the UAE flag in Abu Dhabi to celebrate the country's 50th National Day. Having a vision isn’t only important when developing a country, it is equally important when it comes to running a business. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

Why the UAE's success can inspire you to build a vision for your business

CommentDecember 05, 2021
Grand fireworks light up the night sky along the Corniche for UAE at 50 celebrations, Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

Abu Dhabi lights up with spectacular fireworks display for National Day

UAE at 50December 02, 2021
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, at the Federal Supreme Council meeting in Hatta. Photo: Wam
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UAE Federal Supreme Council meets in Hatta before stunning Golden Jubilee show

UAE at 50December 02, 2021
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, with his twins on National Day. Photo: Instagram

Sheikh Hamdan poses with his twins in National Day post

UAEDecember 02, 2021
Fireworks light up the night sky at the UAE's 50th National Day celebrations in Hatta. Dubai Media Office
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Spectacular Hatta show caps day to remember as the UAE turns 50

UAE at 50December 02, 2021
Members of the UAE Al Fursan aerobatics team perform during celebrations for the 50th UAE National Day. EPA

The UAE is ready to chart the unknown territory of the future

CommentDecember 02, 2021
Dubai, United Arab Emirates -A girl and a boy with UAE flag colors at Kite Beach, Jumeirah Beach Road. Ruel Pableo for The National for Kelly's story
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UAE at 50: families in the Emirates make December 2 a day to remember

UAE at 50December 02, 2021
Dubai, United Arab Emirates -Servhub treated their employees with the UAE National Day celebration at their accommodation in Jebel Ali. Ruel Pableo for The National for Kelly Clarke's story
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Expo workers celebrate UAE’s Golden Jubilee with giant cake

UAE at 50December 02, 2021
An old photo of Dubai with Palm Jumeirah in view but still sparse Dubai Marina and JBR areas. Florian Kriechbaumer
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Photographer's archival footage shows Dubai's transformed skyline

Arts & CultureDecember 02, 2021
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, has said the UAE can take immense pride in the country’s achievements. Photo: Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed: UAE can be very proud of its achievements

UAE at 50December 02, 2021
Mubadala is a central part of the UAE's economy. Mubadala

The UAE's growth is a model for the private sector

CommentDecember 02, 2021
An aerial view of Al Wasl Plaza at Expo 2020 Dubai, which kick-started on October 1. Image: Expo 2020 Dubai

Expo 2020 Dubai to Abu Dhabi's National Aquarium: top 50 openings in the UAE in 2021

LifestyleDecember 02, 2021
Visitors at Expo 2020 Dubai at the Earth Plaza. Expo 2020 Dubai

Canada wishes the UAE well on its 50th anniversary

CommentDecember 02, 2021
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