A CONTINUED LEGACY OF TRANSFORMATION

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan firmly believes that a true leader has the courage to be open with his people and care for others as family, extending from the deep-rooted values of Emirati hospitality and community.

The values passed on to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Founding Father of the UAE, are a guiding light for the present and future of the nation. His Highness the President continues to draw inspiration from his father's commitment to leading by example and people-centred legacy.

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ABOUT THE UAE

The United Arab Emirates was established on 2 December 1971. The seven emirates of the UAE are Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. The President and Vice President of the UAE are elected by the Federal Supreme Council, which comprises the Rulers of the seven emirates.   
 
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed is the third President of the UAE and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi. His father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, considered the Founding Father of the UAE, served as the country’s first President from 1971 to 2004. He was succeeded by the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who served as President of the UAE from 2004 to 2022.   

The late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan

UAE President 1971-2004

The late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan

UAE President 2004-2022
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The UAE is precious to us all – a nation formed by our founding fathers, and its legacy continues through us all and the generations to come who will carry the flag forward. Our responsibility to the nation and our past and future generations is to preserve this beloved country with all the strength, effort and determination that God has bestowed upon us.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

HONOURING THE VALUES OF OUR ANCESTORS

Traditional Emirati values such as community, generosity, and inclusivity are a profound source of pride and belonging in the UAE. As President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has made it a priority to ensure that the youth of the UAE remain connected to the culture and values of their ancestors.  

His Highness is committed to preserving the nation’s heritage and maintaining the UAE’s longstanding spirit of unity and human fraternity. Consistent with this vision, the country is home to millions of people from more than 200 nationalities who are contributing to its success in many fields.  

Following in the footsteps of the late Sheikh Zayed and the late Sheikh Khalifa, and inspired by the fortitude and resilience of previous generations, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed is determined to ensure that the rich history and heritage of the UAE remain a guiding light as the country continues its ambitious march into the future.