H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs yesterday received a group of runners of the "Loyalty to the Leader" marathon, at the Ministry of Presidential Affairs in Abu Dhabi.

Sheikh Mansour thanked all participants of the marathon which was launched with an aim to express loyalty to the leader, belonging to the United Arab Emirates, and love of citizens and residents to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Sheikh Mansour said that this message reflects the cohesion between the leadership and the people, and this relationship will lead the U.A.E. to further progress and prosperity, as well as a good reputation among nations.

Sheikh Mansour praised the idea of honorary marathon and the efforts made by the organisers and runners to make the event a success, wishing them good luck in their future initiatives.

He also hailed the higher organising committee of the marathon.