Dr Sheikh Sultan offers condolences to Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed at Al Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. WAM

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has affirmed that the election of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan represents an extension of the rapidly developing advancement of the UAE.

"As he has witnessed the UAE's renaissance from a young age, accompanied by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the Founding Leaders, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has significantly contributed to UAE's development and achievements due to his wise vision, constant support and direct guidance," Sheikh Sultan said.

"We congratulate President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and ask Allah Almighty to grant him success and prosperity. We affirm our permanent solidarity in serving the nation and preserving its union under his wise leadership," he added.

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