UAE leaders honour Sheikh Mohammed's two decades of transformative leadership

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has emphasised that the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, continues to drive the UAE’s growth.

In a post on social media, the UAE President praised Sheikh Mohammed’s inspiring record of achievements and future-focused vision.

“In honour of 20 years of my brother Mohammed bin Rashid leading our government, we celebrate his remarkable record of achievements and his forward-looking vision that continues to advance the UAE’s growth,” Sheikh Mohamed wrote.

“May God protect him as we work together in pursuit of progress and development for our beloved nation and people,” he added.

Meanwhile, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, congratulated Sheikh Mohammed on his 20 years of leadership.

“Thank you, Mohammed bin Rashid. You will always be the father, the leader, and the source of inspiration we look up to,” Sheikh Hamdan wrote.

“With unwavering determination, you have built a proud legacy for the nation, guiding its progress and inspiring hope at every step. You have always believed in the people of the UAE, recognising human potential as the nation’s greatest wealth,” he added.

“Your visionary leadership has turned ideas into global achievements and challenges into opportunities. Under your guidance, the pursuit of excellence and ambition has become part of the nation’s spirit, instilling confidence and hope for a brighter future,” Sheikh Hamdan said.

Additionally, Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, said Sheikh Mohammed’s vision has transformed Dubai.

“Today, we celebrate twenty years of leadership and vision under His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, two decades in which the impossible became possible,” he wrote on X.

“Through his foresight and dedication, he reshaped the future of Dubai, the UAE, and the wider region. Under his leadership, the economy doubled, the UAE rose to global prominence, and Dubai became an international hub for trade, business, and innovation.”

Sheikh Maktoum added that over these twenty years, quality of life has improved, security has been strengthened, and the nation’s vision has continued to shape tomorrow.

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, commended the leadership journey of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of his assumption of the federal premiership.

In a message posted on X on Sunday, Sheikh Mansour said: “Twenty years of dedication, during which Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid built an advanced system of government that was ahead of its time and transformed the UAE into a success story to be emulated in public sector leadership. We congratulate His Highness and take pride in his journey, achievements and forward-looking vision, which has become a global model for leadership and development.”

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, stressed that Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has set a unique and inspiring example in leadership, vision, and governance, helping to strengthen the UAE’s foundations.

In a statement on the 20th accession anniversary of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Sheikh Humaid said: “Over the past 20 years, my brother Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has set a unique and inspiring example in leadership, vision, and governance, helping to strengthen the foundations of our Union.”  

“Your journey has not only driven Dubai’s progress, but also played a vital role in the UAE’s rise and its standing among nations. May you always remain a source of pride for the nation, Bu Rashid. May Allah grant you continued health and wellbeing to carry forward the journey of excellence and leadership, and to shape a bright, prosperous and benevolent future for the people of the UAE,” Sheikh Humaid added.

Meanwhile, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, said that Sheikh Mohammed’s ambitious vision has transformed challenges into opportunities and aspirations into tangible national achievements.

In a social media post, Sheikh Abdullah said: “ Today, we mark twenty years since His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid assumed the leadership of the federal government. Two decades of tireless dedication, ambitious vision, and purposeful action that transformed challenges into opportunities and aspirations into tangible national achievements. An inspiring leadership, a mindset that knows no limits, and a journey moving confidently toward the future.

Furthermore, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, affirmed that the leadership of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in steering the UAE’s federal government has established an exceptional model of forward-looking, results-driven governance.

Marking the 20th anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s tenure as Prime Minister, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan noted that this approach to governance has evolved into a globally recognised benchmark for government efficiency, innovation, and leadership across sectors.

 Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed added that Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s leadership is anchored in teamwork as a core principle and guided by a proactive, future-oriented vision. This philosophy has embedded a “nothing is impossible” mindset across government, transforming ambition into measurable achievement and collective effort into sustained national impact.

It has also laid the foundations for a model of sustainable and adaptive development leadership, ensuring that the UAE continues to remain at the forefront under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, also said the anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum assuming the reins of leadership in Dubai is a moment to reflect on the journey of an inspiring leader whose vision helped build a city that has become a global model of ambition and achievement.

 “Twenty years of leadership and wisdom, of pioneering spirit and shaping the future,” Sheikh Ahmed tweeted.

Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, stressed that Sheikh Mohammed has inspired the UAE and the world, firmly affirming that action is the pathway to great dreams and that the impossible has never been an option.

In a social media post, Sheikh Ammar said: “Twenty years have passed since His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum assumed the leadership of Dubai, a journey defined by determination and clear vision, where ambition was transformed into a guiding principle and people were placed at the heart of development.”

“Today, we celebrate a leader who has inspired the UAE and the world, firmly affirming that action is the pathway to great dreams and that the impossible has never been an option. May God protect Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, grant him continued health and wellbeing, and may the UAE remain strong and prosperous under its visionary leadership,” Sheikh Ammar said.