His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received at Al Maqam Palace in Al Ain on Tuesday, graduates of the 4th batch of the National Defense College, NDC, who were accompanied by the College Commander Major General Rashad Mohammed Salem Al Sa’adi.

The reception was held in presence of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, Emirates News Agency WAM reported.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed wished the NDC graduates success in their professional life, expressing his confidence in the Emirati citizens' ability to maintain the stature attained by the UAE.

He underlined the importance of specialized academic and scientific institutions that prepare the nationals for leading roles in the future of the UAE.

The NDC graduates said they were pleased to meet His Highness Sheikh Mohamed and pledged to continue their quest for knowledge and experience to serve the country.