UD Hoists UAE Flag on Its 2017 Celebration Day
November 8, 2017 2017-11-08 8:45UD Hoists UAE Flag on Its 2017 Celebration Day
The University of Dubai (UD) celebrated the UAE Flag Day 2017 by raising the UAE flag in presence of UD President Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki along with all UD students, staff and faculty members. The event took place by the universityís outdoor fountain in Dubai Academic City where national anthem was played and more than five flags were hoisted. Dr. Al Bastaki delivered a speech on this occasion in which he affirmed that the UAE flag is an honor to all who carry it and raise it high. ìIt is a symbol of dignity. Honoring and raising the flag is the duty of every Emirati and expat living on the land of the UAE,î he said. He added that ìwe at UD are celebrating this occasion as we believe that our academic and educational role is a part of this countryís progress.î