UAE President declares Khawaneej farm third union site

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared the late His Highness Sheikh Zayed’s farm in Khawaneej as the third union side, joining Union House and Arqoob Al Sedira.

The designation honours the location for its association with early discussions between the late Sheikh Zayed and his fellow rulers. These discussions laid the groundwork for the landmark agreement on the union and the UAE Constitution, which was signed four months later on what is now celebrated as Union Pledge Day.

The announcement was made after the Emirati ruler shared iftar with their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, along with Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers at a historic farm of the UAE’s Founding Father.

Their Highnesses recalled key moments on the path towards the nation’s formation, and paid tribute to the dedication of the late Sheikh Zayed and his fellow leaders who worked tirelessly to unite the country and support the development of its people. They reaffirmed that Sheikh Zayed’s legacy remains an enduring source of inspiration and guidance, and they reiterated their commitment to preserving the nation's achievements and advancing its progress.

I had the pleasure of joining my brothers, the Rulers of the Emirates, to share iftar in a location that holds special significance. For two weeks in March 1971, the late Sheikh Zayed and the Rulers met here at his farm in Al Khawaneej, Dubai, to discuss and plan the UAE’s… pic.twitter.com/JaAcQj9lEA

— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) March 4, 2025