Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan was the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the ruler of Abu Dhabi, the country's largest emirate, from 2004 until his death in 2022. He played a key role in modernizing the UAE, strengthening its economy, and fostering regional stability. Under his leadership, the UAE diversified its economy beyond oil and invested heavily in infrastructure, education, and technology. Khalifa was also known for his philanthropy and efforts to promote peace and development within the region. His leadership helped elevate the UAE's status on the global stage.