On January 22, 2025, Amina bint Abdullah Al Dhaheri, the Minister of Climate Change and Environment of the UAE, sent a personal letter to Mr. Xie Zhenhua, expressing her gratitude for the robust cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and the People's Republic of China over the years under Mr. Xie’s guidance. She also extended her warmest congratulations to Mr. Xie Zhenhua on receiving the "First-Class Medal of Zayed II." She stated that Mr. Xie Zhenhua's remarkable achievements in the field of sustainable development, as well as his significant contributions to the core environmental discussions during COP28, were pivotal to their major advancements in addressing climate change challenges. This recognition appropriately honors Mr. Xie Zhenhua's transformative efforts and profound influence in advancing global sustainable development. She further noted that Mr. Xie Zhenhua’s contributions would inspire future generations to follow in his footsteps, striving for excellence and fulfilling their duties.