Tehran, Dec 2, IRNA First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri congratulated the United Arab Emirates on National Day.
In separate messages to the UAE premier and Abu Dhabi crown prince on Tuesday, he expressed his congratulations to the nation and officials on the auspicious occasion.
He hoped for further growing ties with the UAE.
He also prayed for prosperity and happiness of the UAE nation.
Established on December, 2, 1971 after gaining independence from the UK, the United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates, namely Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al-Quwain. Abu Dhabi is the capital of UAE.