Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XIX

6 1 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Kofi Annan (Former Secretary-General of the United Nations) “Sheikh Zayed’s wisdom, strong belief in diplomacy and generous assistance to developing countries also won him wide renown outside his own country, in the Islamic world, and even further afield.” HMQueen Elizabeth II (Queen of the United Kingdom) “We admire your expertise and wise leadership as a president. We can see the economic contributions you achieved for your people. We can see it in the beauty and order of your cities, in the excellent transportation networks, in the airports and harbours, in the modern communication system which links your people with the outside world, in the green environment enjoyed by your citizens, in the places which used to be barren deserts. You utilised the energy, the thought and the wealth of your country not only to fulfil materialistic contributions but also you laid the cornerstone of a modern and comprehensive educational system to confront the requirements of the twenty first century.” King Fahad binAbdul Aziz (the custodian of the two Holy Mosques of Saudi Arabia) “We understand the significant role played by HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in serving the interests of the Arab nation and emphasising the role of the UAE in the world community. The UAE plays a pivotal role providing motivation and support to our brothers .”