Abu Dhabi Government entity officials congratulated HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for being elected unanimously by members of the Federal Supreme Council as President of the United Arab Emirates, succeeding the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Officials declared their allegiance and loyalty to Mohamed bin Zayed by pledging to continue serving the nation with dedication and sincerity under his leadership, pronouncing him as a deserving successor to a great predecessor, whose wisdom will shape the next era of the UAE’s great march forward.

Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman, Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi, said: “His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will lead our country on its march towards even greater development and prosperity. He inspires us to work hard and with dedication, as he truly believes in the principles of peace, fraternity and humanity. He will guide us and continue to make our culture and tourism vision a reality, and enhance the country's cultural position on the world stage.”

The Federal Supreme Council unanimously elected His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as President of the United Arab Emirates on Saturday, 14 May 2022, to succeed the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed who passed away on Friday, 13 May 2022.