His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – Founder of the UAE

His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Founder and President of the UAE and one of the most outstanding leaders of the history of the world. He ruled the hearts of the people before he ruled the country. He proved the whole world that the UAE and its people could change the desert into the paradise of the earth. He is not only the leader but the Father of the UAE.

At the time of Sheikh Zayed’s birth, the Emirate was poor and undeveloped, with an economy based primarily on fishing and pearl diving and on simple agriculture in scattered oases inland. As Sheikh Zayed grew into a young man, he travelled extensively throughout the country, gaining a deep understanding of the land and its people life, even for members of the ruling family, was simple. Education was generally confined to lessons in reading and writing, along with instruction in Islam from the local preacher. Transport was by camel or boat, and the harshness of the arid climate meant that survival itself was often a major concern.

Seven states followed Sheikh Zayed in establishing the UAE, which formally emerged on the international stage on 2 December 1971. While ensuring that the UAE should increasingly shoulder international responsibilities, however, Sheikh Zayed also made it clear that the UAE’s role is one that is focused on relief and rehabilitation.

H.H Sheikh Zayed as a President of the U.A.E

H.H Sheikh Zayed is an Exceptional Leader