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UAE hosts ceremonial reception for Donald Trump

Thursday, 15 May 2025 21:18

By ARN News Staff

BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/ AFP

US President Donald Trump received a grand welcome in Abu Dhabi on Thurday, as part of his state visit to the UAE.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan greeted the US leader at Qasr Al Watan, where an official ceremony was held in his honour.

The motorcade was met with a traditional display featuring a ceremonial guard on horseback, camel riders and Emirati folk performances. Children lined the route waving UAE and US flags, and a 21-gun salute was fired.

Among those attending were astronauts, space engineers, and top students from UAE space camps, reflecting the country's growing commitment to science and innovation.

Across the UAE capital, US flags and welcome banners were on full display to mark the historic visit.

UAE President receives US President at Qasr Al Watan with official reception ceremony#UAE_welcomes_US_President #UAEUSA #WamNews pic.twitter.com/A8ojWlX4VN
— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) May 15, 2025

The Burj Khalifa was also illuminated in the colours of the US flag, symbolizing the significance of the US President's visit and the enduring ties between the two nations.

#الإمارات_ترحب_بالرئيس_الأمريكي #UAE_welcomes_US_President pic.twitter.com/KPZqVrFC92
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 15, 2025

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