The United Arab Emirates continues its ambitious development mission, launched by its founding fathers, when good intentions and noble spirits converged to build a spirit of cooperation and a passion for giving, thus launching a pioneering development renaissance on the land of the Emirates.
The Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God have mercy on him, articulated his vision for development when he said, with spontaneity and simplicity: “The land belongs to God, the country belongs to God, and the people belong to God. Whoever does good for the people of this nation is thanked and rewarded.” Following this path, the wise leadership has encouraged development efforts in the Emirates and focused on success and innovation. By the grace of God Almighty, the UAE has achieved high rankings in development, prosperity, well-being, and the happiness of its people, thanks to the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, President of the UAE, and the guidance of his brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect them both.
This new initiative, “Pioneers on the Land of the Emirates,” spearheaded by the Center for Development Studies and Research in the Emirates and its distinguished team of pioneers in humanitarian and development work, is part of the wise leadership’s program to encourage every innovator and motivate every producer to continue the nation’s progress through all its citizens, fostering a spirit of teamwork based on cooperation in righteousness and piety.
What distinguishes this initiative is that it originated from within the community, embodying social responsibility and mutual loyalty between the state and its people. Its success undoubtedly depends on the cooperation of those who love and work for the success of this nation, rejoicing in the achievements realized and discovering together the exceptional dedication of those who have worked diligently and actively on the land of the Emirates, benefiting from the vibrant and stimulating environment for giving provided by the wise leadership, and leaving positive marks on development and humanitarian work.
I wish the initiative team success and good fortune, and I say to them:
“A person’s legacy is what they leave behind… Be a good legacy for those who remember.”
Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum
Honorary President of the “Pioneers on the Land of the Emirates” Initiative
