(MENAFN- Emirates News Agency (WAM)) ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The President of Kyrgyzstan Sooronbay Sharipovich Jeenbekov visited this Wednesday Abu Dhabi's national and cultural landmark, Wahat Al Karama, that commemorates the sacrifices and heroic deeds of the UAE martyrs to defend their homeland and protect it.

Upon his arrival, the President was welcomed by Sheikh Khalifa Bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Executive Director of the Martyrs' Families' Affairs Office, at the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court.

He attended the Guard of Honour ceremony, then laid a wreath at Martyrs' Monumentm, which is made up of 31 massive aluminium-clad tablets each leaning on the other, signifying the unity, solidarity and mutual support that bind together the leadership, the citizens and the servicemen.

During his tour, he listened to a detailed explanation by Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan about the different sections in Wahat Al Karama, which embodies the bravery and heroism of UAE martyrs, as well as the nation's noble values.

The President was accompanied by Hussain bin Ibrahim Al Hammadi, Minister of Education, and Saeed Matar Al Qamzi, UAE Ambassador to Uzbekistan and Non -resident Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan.

The tour ended by a word written by the President of Kyrgyzstan expressing his utmost respect and appreciation of the brave martyrs of the UAE.

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