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UAE Emphasizes Unity and Public Safety Amid Regional Tensions

The UAE's NCEMA urged citizens to follow official directives and rely only on verified information amid regional tensions. NCEMA Chairman Ali Saeed Al Neyadi praised societal unity and emergency teams' readiness.


UAE Emphasizes Unity and Public Safety Amid Regional Tensions

We also recognize the unity, trust, and cooperation that they have demonstrated, which reflects the spirit of responsibility of the United Arab Emirates society. He expressed confidence that the UAE would emerge stronger from the current situation, supported by institutional coordination, community awareness, and leadership direction. Amid ongoing regional tensions, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) reassured residents that public safety remains the country's top priority, urging the community to rely only on official information channels amid ongoing regional developments. In a statement released on social media and published in several languages, including Filipino, NCEMA Chairman Ali Saeed Al Neyadi called on citizens and residents to continue cooperating with authorities and avoid spreading unverified information. "We reaffirm that the safety, security, and stability of society is the country's top priority," Al Neyadi wrote in the statement. He urged the public to strictly follow government directives and obtain updates only from approved official sources, stressing the importance of responsible information sharing during sensitive situations. "We reiterate our commitment to continue informing the public of all events with full transparency and clarity," he added. Al Neyadi also expressed appreciation to emergency response teams and field personnel for their coordinated efforts and preparedness, noting that their response demonstrated the country's ability to act swiftly and effectively under established national plans. Authorities, he said, continue to monitor developments around the clock and are conducting ongoing assessments to ensure readiness and public safety. The NCEMA chief likewise commended citizens and residents for complying with official guidance, saying public cooperation and unity remain key pillars of the United Arab Emirates' national emergency preparedness system. "We commend the awareness of society's members—citizens and residents and their adherence to official directives and instructions," Al Neyadi said.