Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed at the unveiling of the UAE's new logo in Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi on January 8, 2020. WAM

The UAE’s new national logo was unveiled on Wednesday (January 8) following an online poll where the Nation Brand received more than 10 million votes. The new logo was unveiled by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. The logo, named 7 Lines, bested two other designs. Because it garnered more than 10 million votes, the UAE will plant 10 million trees in Nepal and Indonesia. Designed by 49 Emiratis, the new logo will “convey the UAE’s story to the world”, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid said at the ceremony in Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi. The logo has an accompanying slogan, “Make it Happen”. "The UAE Nation Brand tells the story of our union, our unity, our future and of a country that is firmly making its mark across the world. Our goal for the new brand is to enhance the Emirates’ global reputation, in which we invested thousands of teams throughout 48 years of constant work," Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said. The new logo features seven lines that represent the unity of the leaders of the seven emirates. The seven lines, in the national colours, also shape the map of the UAE. “The map of the Emirates is close to the heart of every citizen and resident of this country,” Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid said. “We appreciate everyone’s efforts to advance the glory of this map globally. We thank each individual and organization that helped in the implementation of this national project and those who voted from all over the world to select the UAE Nation Brand.” ICA/Expat Media