First ever Flash Mob in Abu Dhabi held to celebrate UAE National Day

The dance celebrated the diversity of the UAE and the home the UAE represents for many nationalities.

The music skipped from a local Emirati tune to popular British artists Adele and The Kinks to Arabic and South Asian music.

Members of the public were also swept away in the spirit of celebration and joined in the dance.

The links between the UK and the UAE are very strong and the dance was a creative way of demonstrating the culture and ties that bind the two countries.

It was also a unique way for the large British community in the UAE to thank their Emirati hosts for the warmth and generosity with which the community has been welcomed over the decades.

For Marina Mall, Sunday 2 December was a dedicated UAE National Day, aimed to celebrate the 41st Anniversary. The mall organised a full day programme of cultural activities that included traditional craft making, henna design, falconers, national day photo booth, children's face painting, coffee serving, harbiya dance crew, performers and stilt walkers. Celebrations and activities at Marina Mall will continue until 3 December.

Commenting on the event, HE Dominic Jermey, British Ambassador, said, "What a fantastic event! I'm delighted that the British community has so energetically demonstrated its support for the UAE. This shows the strength of the friendship between our nations. Abu Dhabi, as a modern and dynamic city, is the perfect venue for such an innovative celebration of National Day. Happy UAE National Day!"