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Article: ABU DHABI - PROFILE - Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan
- Article from:
- APS Review Gas Market Trends
- Article date:
- March 17, 1997
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The eldest ruler in the GCC and one of the longest serving heads of state in the Middle East, Shaikh Zayed is getting close to 80. He assumed power in Abu Dhabi in 1966. He has detached himself from matters related to hydrocarbons or other local sectors, having delegated power to those in charge. However, Shaikh Zayed does take decisions on any matter when necessary. For example, it was Shaikh Zayed who offered Abu Dhabi gas to Dubai.
Shaikh Zayed is known in the Arab World and beyond for his wise leadership. He was the architect behind the UAE, being its first and only president until now. His leadership is credited for keeping the federation intact, at times ...