"Those in positions of leadership should deal with their subjects with compassion and understanding because this is the duty enjoined upon them by God." This quote from the founder of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Zayed Al-Nahyan, encapsulates the fundamental reason behind the remarkable transformation of this federation of seven emirates from a collection of desert communities reliant on pearl diving to today's global powerhouse known for its dynamic and diversified economy, visionary and forward-thinking policies, multiculturalism, and responsible stewardship of global energy security.
