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Watch: UAE President's fatherly reaction to girl who gave Trump flowers goes viral

It wasn't just the leaders who showed up to welcome Trump—it was the people, young and old, celebrating a moment of friendship between the UAE and the US

Published: Fri 16 May 2025, 10:10 AM

Updated: Sat 17 May 2025, 12:10 PM

As the nation was preparing to host US President Donald Trump for the final leg of his Gulf tour, a young Emirati girl was waiting with a welcoming bouquet of white flowers.

No doubt it was a big moment for the young girl who was there when Air Force One to landed in Abu Dhabi

Dressed in Emirati traditional attire with a smile on her face, the girl stood among many photographers and dignitaries waiting for the high profile guest.

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While they were waiting for Trump to arrive, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan could be seen walking up to the young girl and interacting with her. At one point, he was seen putting an arm around her as she smiled and placing a kiss on her forehead.

Take a look here at the video shared by Al Bayan newspaper:

Once Trump arrived, he was welcomed by the Preseident, the young girl then presents the bouquet to the US leader, following which a proud Sheikh Mohamed gives her another kiss on the hand in a fatherly gesture to commend her welcoming attitude.

Watch the video here:

These videos have gone viral on social media because UAE leaders often demonstrate a personal brand that combines humility and approachability.

In 2023, a touching scene unfolded at the annual report launch of the Mohammed bin Rashid Global Initiatives when Sheikh Mohammed hugged a nine-year-old girl Tajikistani child, who underwent successful heart surgeries under his foundation.

Trump, who is on his first visit to the UAE during his presidential term, was greeted by many in the country, young and old, in a moment of celebrating friendship between the two countries.

Children lined up outside the palace in Abu Dhabi, waving UAE and US flags, their faces lit up with excitement.