President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received congratulatory cables on the occasion of the 45th National Day from presidents, kings and leaders of a number of friendly countries.

Also, world presidents, leaders and heads of state congratulated Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, in similar cables.