Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Emir of Abu Dhabi and the Founding Father of the United Arab Emirates, passed away on 2004-11-02 at the age of 86. His passion for the development of his country, and his dedication to the unification of the UAE, are his legacy. His life was devoted to strengthening the cultural identity of the country and improving the standard of living for its people. Throughout his life, Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan worked hard to create lasting change, striving to implement progressive economic policies which provided many with job opportunities and levels of education, while developing and preserving the country’s unique environment. Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan was a pivotal leader in the area, paving the way to a better future for the people of the UAE. He leaves behind a powerful example of what can be achieved when you live your life for the betterment of others.