{"id":52196,"date":"2024-12-10T20:06:12","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T20:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/uae-celebrates-53rd-national-day-in-kigali-strengthening-ties-with-rwanda\/"},"modified":"2024-12-10T20:05:49","modified_gmt":"2024-12-10T20:05:49","slug":"uae-celebrates-53rd-national-day-in-kigali-strengthening-ties-with-rwanda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/uae-celebrates-53rd-national-day-in-kigali-strengthening-ties-with-rwanda\/","title":{"rendered":"UAE celebrates 53rd National Day in Kigali, strengthening ties with Rwanda"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hosted by UAE Ambassador H.E. Hazza Al Qahtani, the celebration brought together prominent Rwandan officials, diplomats, business leaders, and members of the UAE expatriate community to honor the UAE\u2019s journey and its robust ties with Rwanda.<\/p>\n

In his keynote address, Ambassador Al Qahtani highlighted the UAE\u2019s remarkable transformation since its founding on December 2, 1971, under the leadership of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on the nation\u2019s rapid progress, he stated, \u201cToday, we celebrate not only the UAE\u2019s success but also the unity and vision of our leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Ambassador noted the UAE\u2019s evolution into a global leader in innovation, sustainability, and diplomacy, citing its role as host of COP28 and its strong advocacy for sustainable development and climate action.<\/p>\n

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The Ambassador also emphasized the UAE\u2019s expanding international presence, with 103 embassies and 20 consulates worldwide, as well as its growing influence through platforms such as BRICS and the G20 summit.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe UAE\u2019s commitment to fostering global partnerships has made it a key player in renewable energy, technology, and sustainable development,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

{{Strengthening Economic Partnerships}}<\/p>\n

The UAE\u2019s economic relationship with Rwanda was a focal point of the celebration. Bilateral trade between the two nations reached USD 1.3 billion, with Dubai\u2019s non-oil exports to Rwanda amounting to USD 143.8 million last year.<\/p>\n

Rwanda\u2019s exports to Dubai exceeded USD 514.5 million, showcasing the mutually beneficial trade relationship.<\/p>\n

Ambassador Al Qahtani highlighted the UAE\u2019s significant investments in Rwanda, which have totalled over USD 248 million.<\/p>\n

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These investments span critical sectors such as infrastructure, energy, and technology. Notably, the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has been instrumental in financing key infrastructure projects in Rwanda, including the Kigali Airport expansion and the Rubengera-Muhanga Road. Both projects are seen as vital to Rwanda\u2019s economic development and regional connectivity.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are committed to continuing our cooperation with Rwanda,\u201d said Ambassador Al Qahtani, pointing to ongoing discussions for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). \u201cThis agreement will further enhance trade and investment opportunities, driving mutual economic growth.\u201d<\/p>\n

{{Rwanda\u2019s Commitment to Collaboration}}<\/p>\n

Representing the Rwandan government, Minister of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation Hon. Olivier Nduhungirehe delivered warm congratulations to the UAE on its National Day. He reaffirmed Rwanda\u2019s commitment to deepening bilateral ties, emphasizing the UAE\u2019s pivotal role in Rwanda\u2019s development.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are proud to be a close partner of the UAE. The UAE\u2019s investments have played a crucial role in Rwanda\u2019s transformation, and we look forward to exploring even more areas of cooperation,\u201d Nduhungirehe stated. <\/p>\n

He acknowledged the UAE\u2019s support in sectors such as infrastructure, technology, and education, noting that these contributions have significantly propelled Rwanda\u2019s growth. \u201c,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

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The Minister highlighted shared priorities between the two nations, including renewable energy, innovation, and sustainable development. He pointed to the resolutions of the inaugural Joint Committee for Cooperation held in March 2024, which established a framework for expanding collaboration in renewable energy, education, and technology.<\/p>\n

{{A Vision for the Future}}<\/p>\n

Both leaders expressed optimism about the future of the bilateral relationship, emphasizing its potential to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. Ambassador Al Qahtani reiterated the UAE\u2019s commitment to supporting Rwanda\u2019s development goals, while Minister Nduhungirehe highlighted the shared vision of progress through innovation and partnership.<\/p>\n

As part of the celebration, attendees were treated to a showcase of UAE culture, including traditional Emirati music, dance performances, and cuisine, which underscored the UAE\u2019s rich heritage. The event also featured a presentation on the UAE\u2019s achievements in areas such as renewable energy, smart technology, and education, demonstrating the nation\u2019s commitment to global progress.<\/p>\n

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The celebration underscored the depth of the UAE-Rwanda partnership and the opportunities for future collaboration. As Rwanda continues to pursue its ambitious development goals, the UAE is expected to remain a key partner, contributing expertise, investment, and support across various sectors.<\/p>\n

The UAE\u2019s National Day celebration in Kigali not only commemorated the nation\u2019s achievements but also reaffirmed its commitment to fostering strong, mutually beneficial relationships with Rwanda and beyond. As both countries look to the future, their partnership promises to drive economic growth, innovation, and sustainable development for years to come.<\/p>\n

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Embassy in Kigali marked the UAE\u2019s 53rd National Day with an event that showcased the flourishing partnership between the two nations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":135,"featured_media":2000078468,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[75],"byline":[3135],"hashtag":[],"class_list":["post-52196","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-homenews","byline-sam-k-nkurunziza-2"],"bylines":[{"id":3135,"name":"Sam K Nkurunziza","slug":"sam-k-nkurunziza-2","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":null}],"contributors":[{"id":3135,"name":"Sam K Nkurunziza","slug":"sam-k-nkurunziza-2","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":null}],"featured_image":{"id":2000078468,"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/profile-132.jpg","alt":"","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":0,"height":0,"sizes":{"thumbnail":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/profile-132.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"medium":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/profile-132.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"medium_large":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/profile-132.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"large":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/profile-132.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"full":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/profile-132.jpg","width":0,"height":0}}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52196","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/135"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=52196"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52196\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2000078468"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=52196"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=52196"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=52196"},{"taxonomy":"byline","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/byline?post=52196"},{"taxonomy":"hashtag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/hashtag?post=52196"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}