In this poem, #TheFounderZayed reflects on the quiet power of a cherished presence, one that eases the heart, lifts its worries, and restores a sense of joy after longing. The verses reveal an intimate side of Sheikh Zayed’s poetry, where emotion is expressed with simplicity and sincerity, and reunion becomes a moment of renewed calm and happiness.

For #TheFounderZayed, agriculture was about more than cultivating the land. It was an investment in people, knowledge and the future. He recognised the importance of unlocking the land’s potential, developing expertise and passing knowledge on to future generations. His legacy reminds us that our responsibility extends beyond what we grow today to what we preserve and pass on, enabling future generations to carry forward the journey of progress and prosperity.

#TheFounderZayed recognised the importance of aviation in connecting the Emirates and strengthening the UAE’s links with the world. He supported the development of the aviation sector and airport infrastructure, recognising their role in creating new opportunities for connectivity, trade and development.

For #TheFounderZayed, respect was a value reflected in the way he treated people, valued others, and led by example through both his words and actions. #SheikhZayedsValues

#TheFounderZayed and his brother, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, shared a close bond founded on mutual respect and strengthened by years of trust. Their relationship reflects the true spirit of brotherhood.

#TheFounderZayed placed great importance on teachers and remained closely connected to them, recognising their essential role in building generations through knowledge and values. On #WorldTeachersDay, we remember a vision that placed education and human development at the heart of the nation’s progress.

The very camera that recorded moments from #TheFounderZayed’s life has now captured us coming together in celebration of his legacy. This film was shot entirely with the original Bolex H16, a Swiss camera dating to 1940, used to document moments from Sheikh Zayed’s life from before the Union until the late 1990s. A camera that once witnessed his life now bears witness to the legacy that lives on in ours.

#TheFounderZayed had a distinctive way of preparing his Gahwa, just as he preferred it, from the choice of beans and roasting method to the ingredients, preparation and serving traditions, an authentic recipe that reflects the deep-rooted culture of Emirati hospitality.

On #InternationalCoffeeDay, we share the story behind #TheFounderZayed’s gahwa. From the rhythmic sound of pounding coffee beans to a touch of rose water, every detail of Sheikh Zayed’s gahwa brings us closer to his legacy and evokes the warmth of hospitality in his majlis.

Decades on, this iconic photograph of #TheFounderZayed remains as cherished as ever. Its presence on cars and commemorative pins reflects something deeper, a lasting place in people’s hearts, and a love passed from one generation to the next.