43rd National Day
HH SHEIKH ZAYED BIN SULTAN AL
NAHYAN… A TRUE VISIONARY &
AN ICONIC LEADER
H
is Highness Sheikh Zayed
bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may
Allah bestow mercy upon him,
is the beloved ‘father’ of the
United Arab Emirates. His courage and
tenacity to forge ahead in creating the
country of his dreams… all contribute
to the adoration and high esteem in
which other rulers, his countrymen and
expatriates living in the UAE hold him.
Hailed as a visionary and a man of
great integrity, Sheikh Zayed is credited
with instilling in his people, a genuine
love and patriotism for the UAE. This is
evident in the numerous initiatives that
place the interests of the people of the
UAE first.
He was notably a firm believer in
education and personally funded the
first modern school. Today, there are
numerous education institutions and
awards that carry his name.
respectful of the culture of the UAE and
the laws that govern the country.
Sheikh Zayed was instrumental in
creating an atmosphere of tolerance
among expatriates and locals who
live together in the UAE. Expatriates
are encouraged to be mindful and
He enjoyed and maintained positive
diplomatic ties with other nations, while
holding firm to his country’s beliefs.
This has positioned the UAE as a
powerful and respected ally of many
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al
Nahyan Quotes
“Since God, bestows His graces on
us providing us with wealth, it is our
role to use this wealth for the benefit
and prosperity of our people as an
expression of gratitude to our Lord.” Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
“A country’s greatest investment
lies in building generations of
educated and knowledgeable youth.”
(Source: Distinguished Students
Scholarships)
“The UAE Federation was a realistic
personification of the hopes and
aspirations of the Emirati people. The
federation was the dream of a nation
who struggled to build a free society
and a glorious future under the banners
of justice. The UAE Federation will play
a pioneering role toward the unification
of all Arab peoples. It will serve as a
nucleus for a comprehensive Arab
unity.” - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
“The education of our people is a great
wealth. We are proud of our educated
nation because through knowledge
and science we will open the horizons
of a glorious future.” - Sheikh Zayed
Grand Mosque
“The process of construction and
development requires the efforts not
only of the government but also of
all the citizens of the UAE.” - Sheikh
Zayed Grand Mo sque
countries globally.
His Highness Sheikh Zayed left behind
a rich legacy of kindness and humility,
which is evidenced in the actions of
today’s rulers, who are also humble
and philanthropic.
“We should preserve our traditions and
national heritage. We should stick to
our roots and our Arabic and Islamic
traditions.” - Sheikh Zayed Grand
Mosque
“It is my duty as the leader of the young
people of this country to encourage
them to work and to exert themselves
in order to raise their own standards
and to be of service to the country.
The individual who is healthy and of a
sound mind and body but who does not
work commits a crime against himself
and society.” – Gulf News
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