ABU DHABI - Abu Dhabi is set to host the ninth edition of the ‘Union Fortress 9’ military parade under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The announcement came during a preparatory meeting, held under the chairmanship of Major General Ali Saif Al Kaabi, Deputy Commander of the Presidential Guard, and several Ministry of Defence officers and officials from government entities.

The attendees discussed the preparatory procedures for the military show, which is organised by the Ministry of Defence in cooperation with government agencies.

Saif Suleiman Al Ghaithi, Head of the ‘Union Fortress 9’ Military Parade Committee, briefed members of the organising committee about the parade's programmes, the authorities' tasks and plans, and assigned responsibilities to ensure the success of the event.