We remain grateful to those who planted the seeds of our union. We are proud of what we have achieved so far, and we will honor our forefathers by continuing to take the country forward into an ever brighter future.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE
This international recognition of the UAE as a country for the future came thanks to its foresight and planning. This places a greater responsibility on us to develop our capabilities and be a global model to anticipate the future, keep pace with changes and benefit from opportunities. Each year, our country gets bigger and better.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai
The UAE’s Federation has been a successful example of a union that was based on shared ties that brought together people of the seven Emirates, including history, heritage, and traditions. These connections ensured a strong base for a well-established federation, even though this was a new concept at that time. The union idea grew in the heart and mind of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may his soul rest in peace.
Here you can find a timeline of key events in the region, from the termination of the British protectionist treaties until announcing the UAE Federation
They are the Union’s soul fathers, the founders of the United Arab Emirates, and the architects of its comprehensive economics, urban and social renaissance, which extended throughout the country from East to West and from North to South. The renaissance gives the UAE’s citizen the chance to enjoy a prosperous and luxurious lifestyle
Here through this tab, we will shed lights on the lives of the Union Makers, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, may their souls rest in peace, to remark their achievements, which we are still benefiting from.
On this occasion and through this section, let’s remember the Union’s Rulers, who united their will to plant the seed of a powerful and steady country, and to provide its people with the best quality of life. They are the rulers of the seven emirates and the founding fathers of our precious union.
(1918 - 2004)
Known as the Father of the Nation for his role in forming the United Arab Emirates, the Late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan was the first President of the UAE. He served this position since the formation of the UAE on 2 December 1971 until he passed away in 2004. He also served as the Ruler of the emirate of Abu Dhabi from 1996 to 2004.
(1918 - 2010)
The late Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi took over as the Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah on 17 July 1948.
Through the ‘Founding Fathers’, we have learned about the late rulers who planted the seed of a powerful and steady country. In this section, you will be introduced to our current rulers who continued the journey our founding fathers have started and who took an oath to protect this land and maintain their people’s happiness.
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The Official 50th UAE National Day Celebration will mark the country's Golden Jubilee through a spectacular show that highlights the deep connections between people, nature, and technology.
Staged in Hatta Dam, and surrounded by the Hajar mountains, the floating theatrical experience will take viewers on a journey through the land’s history in the lead-up to the inception of the union and across the 50 years that followed.
Through unparalleled creative and artistic storytelling, the show will also shed light on the achievements of today and offer a unique glimpse into the promising future that awaits everyone who calls the UAE home.
Save the dates from 4th December - 12th December for a mesmerizing open-air experience at Hatta Dam.
In this section, we have prepared a summary of some achievements that have been made over the past 50 years which helped making the UAE an oasis of happiness, prosperity, security, and safety, presenting a unique global model for peace, tolerance, and love, where everyone lives in harmony. You will learn about the first founders efforts since 1971 and what our current wise leadership, whom we live under their protection and security continued to do to position the UAE at the forefront of the developed countries.
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