Kyrgyz President Names Glacier after UAE Founder
Kyrgyzstan President Signs Law Naming Glacier after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
In a recent announcement, President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan signed a law naming an unnamed glacier “Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan” in honor of the founder of the United Arab Emirates. The law, which was adopted by the Parliament on October 5, 2023, designates the geographical name for the glacier No. 354, located on the northwestern slope of the Ak-Shyirak Ridge, in the Bordu River Basin of Jeti-Oguz District of Issyk-Kul Region of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan is known for his contributions to the establishment and development of the United Arab Emirates. In addition to naming the glacier after him, President Japarov also announced that one of the schools in the country will be named after the late sheikh.
The decision to honor Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in Kyrgyzstan demonstrates the strong ties and mutual respect between the two nations. This gesture also reflects the importance of recognizing and commemorating influential figures from around the world.
The renaming of the glacier serves as a symbol of friendship and collaboration between Kyrgyzstan and the United Arab Emirates, further fostering goodwill and understanding between the two countries.
