Congratulations on reaching Mars and making history, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, congratulating the people of the UAE, Arabs, and Muslims on the successful arrival of the Hope Probe to Mars. This success makes the UAE among the few countries that explore this planet for the advance of humanity.
With such an exceptional achievement, the people of the UAE have realized the dream of the late founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to reach space, affirming that we are moving towards achieving the country's vision of being among the leading countries in the world in the space field.
God has given the UAE a wise leadership that always strives to build and develop the citizens’ capabilities by supporting and arming them with science and knowledge. Citizens are empowered to contribute to the comprehensive and sustainable development that targets the well-being of the human being and the guarantee of his present and future.
Congratulations to the UAE leadership and people, Arabs, and Muslims for reaching Mars for the first time. The march continues towards further development and progress ... and what lies ahead will be far more beautiful, God willing.