UAE | General
Living on in his people's hearts
UAE citizens and residents share their views and memories of Shaikh Zayed.
- Staff Report
- Published: 00:00 August 19, 2011
- Image Credit: Gulf News
- Clockwise from top left: Rashid Hamdoon Saeed Al Naqbi, Abdulla Al Qubaisi, Hussain Al Khoury, Kawthar Bin Sulayem, Mohammad Shaji and Andaleep Mannan.
We used to visit Shaikh Zayed during Ramadan and Eid after prayers ... May Allah bless the soul of Shaikh Zayed, who gave me a house. There are no words to describe the generosity and care of Shaikh Zayed towards his people.”
Rashid Hamdoon Saeed Al Naqbi,
One of the eldest men on the Federal National Council electoral college at 107
Shaikh Zayed will be remembered for the generosity and kindness he showed to people in need all over the world; he extended a helping hand to people who were in distress. Such contributions will be specially remembered during Ramadan.”
Abdulla Al Qubaisi,
Department of Economic Development, Abu Dhabi
I remember Shaikh Zayed when I see the trees and gardens. The greenery in the country reminds me of his vision of environmental conservation and his contributions towards it. He is in the heart of not only all UAE citizens and residents, but all Muslims in the world.” Hussain Al Khoury,
Vice-President of Abu Dhabi Chess and Cultural Club
I not only just remember Shaikh Zayed but also practice his ideals in my personal, social and business life. He empowered the women of the UAE to find opportunities in all spheres of life. He is our inspiration for today and tomorrow. I always introduce the UAE to my international friends through Shaikh Zayed.”
Kawthar Bin Sulayem,
26-year-old CEO of KBS Communications
When I came to the UAE 28 years ago, I heard about Shaikh Zayed as the ruler of the common man. He understood the needs and aspirations of ordinary people on the streets. I think he was the best ruler in the Arab world. His farsighted vision helped the UAE to achieve its current progress.”
Mohammad Shaji,
Indian entrepreneur
During my 23 years of living in the UAE, I have tried to learn more about this country and found Shaikh Zayed’s unique vision in each and every sphere of development in this country. I admire him for his wisdom. Though he was not highly educated, he was wise enough to establish a country and lead it to wonderful progress.”
Andaleep Mannan,
Indian social worker living on In his people’s hearts
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