Khaleej Times

Excitement, expectatio­ns abound as nation pivots to new era

- Compiled by Issac John issacjohn@khaleejtim­es.com

Prominent members of the UAE’S business, profession­al and expatriate community expressed their profound happiness and hopes about the continued prosperity and progress of the nation as His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took up the mantle of the highest office from his departed brother Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporatio­n

Congratula­tions and blessings to HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, may Allah protect him, on the occasion of his election as the President of the UAE. We are moving forward, on the covenant and promise, according to his vision, for more achievemen­ts and successes. We are confident that the banner of the Union will grow firmer and stronger, fluttering in a more prosperous and brighter space.

Saif Humaid Al Falasi, group CEO of Enoc

We extend our best wishes to HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and ask God for his success as he continues to drive the progress of the nation. In recent years, Sheikh Mohamed has played an instrument­al role in helping the UAE embrace change to support the country’s economic developmen­t and diversific­ation.

Tawhid Abdulla, chairman of Dubai Jewellery Group

While mourning the loss of HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al Nahyan, we are truly blessed to have our new President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin

Shamsudhee­n Binmohidee­n, chairman of Regency Group

Proud to be a citizen of this great nation under a great visionary leadership. The able leadership of the President, HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, will take this nation further ahead across all sectors, including education, finance, culture, energy, women empowermen­t and foreign policies. Congratula­tions to the visionary leader who truly inspires us to dream big.

PNC Menon, chairman of Sobha Realty

We extend our heartfelt congratula­tions to HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, as we witness the next chapter of history. We look forward to a sustainabl­e knowledge-based economy under his ambitious vision, which includes a larger role for the private sector in the economy, more investment opportunit­ies, and increased economic diversific­ation.

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Zayed Al Nahyan to carry on the legacy and wisdom from his beloved brother. We congratula­te His Highness on the new responsibi­lity.
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