Sheikh Nahyan bin Saif was presented with the King Abdulaziz Sash by order of King Salman
In compliance with the noble royal order of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - may God protect him - the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, witnessed a high-level ceremony, in which the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the United Arab Emirates, Sultan bin Abdullah Al-Luwayhan Al-Anqari, presented Sheikh Nahyan bin Saif Al Nahyan, the former UAE Ambassador to the Kingdom, with the King Abdulaziz Sash of the Second Class.
This high royal honor came in recognition of the distinguished efforts and active role played by Sheikh Nahyan bin Saif Al Nahyan during his tenure as his country’s ambassador to Riyadh, where he contributed directly to developing and strengthening the deep-rooted fraternal and historical relations between the two brotherly countries, and pushing them towards broader horizons of cooperation and integration in various fields.
The depth of Saudi-Emirati relations
This step reaffirms the depth and strength of the strategic relationship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This relationship serves as an exceptional model of joint Arab action, grounded in a long history of brotherhood and shared destiny, and reinforced by the common visions of the wise leadership of both countries. Recent years have witnessed significant progress in coordination through the Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council, which works to align national strategies, such as Saudi Vision 2030 and UAE Vision 2031, in a way that serves the interests of both brotherly nations and promotes stability and prosperity in the region.
The symbolism of King Abdulaziz's sash
The awarding of the King Abdulaziz Sash carries profound significance, as it is one of Saudi Arabia's highest honors, bestowed upon senior officials and diplomats who have rendered distinguished service or contributed to strengthening the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the Kingdom and their respective countries. The awarding of this sash to Sheikh Nahyan bin Saif reflects the Saudi leadership's appreciation for the pivotal diplomatic role he played in bridging differences and facilitating bilateral cooperation during his diplomatic posting.
Reception ceremonies and new tasks
During the reception held at the Saudi Embassy, Ambassador Al-Anqari expressed his sincere congratulations to Sheikh Nahyan bin Saif, wishing him continued success in his new duties, as he was recently appointed Deputy Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, a position that reflects the great confidence in his diplomatic and administrative competence.
The ceremony and reception were attended by a number of high-ranking diplomatic figures, led by the Assistant Undersecretary for Protocol Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saif Al Shamsi, and the Director of the Gulf Cooperation Council Department, Ambassador Ahmed Al Balushi, in addition to a number of ambassadors of Gulf and Arab countries accredited to the UAE, which added a festive character reflecting the warmth and mutual appreciation between the brothers.
