Sheikha Fatima attends official 54th Eid Al Etihad celebration

December 02, 2025 / 10:36 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the “Mother of the Nation”, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, attended today the official celebration of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad, held at the Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi under the theme ‘United.’

Presence of female leaders

Also in attendance were Her Highness Sheikha Salama bint Hamdan Al Nahyan, wife of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the State, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai; as well as a number of sheikhas and female leaders from across the country.

Spirit of the Union

The official ceremony reflected the enduring spirit of the Union, honouring the UAE’s rich heritage, its path of progress and achievement, and the national ambitions guiding its future.

National Orchestra debut

The UAE National Orchestra also took part in the ceremony, delivering a special debut performance that captured the spirit of the nation and the values that unite its people. The event also witnessed the first appearance of the UAE National Orchestra, which presented a musical work on the occasion of Eid Al Etihad.