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10/22/24, 2:54 PM MBRF launches project to honour inspiring legacy of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed - Aletihad News Center

Integrated Archive

Coinciding with the 34th anniversary of the passing of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed on October 7, 1990, the
project includes an integrated archive that highlights his remarkable leadership journey and defining character traits,

values, and principles.

The late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed left an unforgettable mark on the history of Dubai and the UAE, inspiring an all-

round renaissance of the city and helping transform it into a trailblazing model emulated worldwide for its economic,
commercial, and urban development achievements.

CEO of the MBRF, His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, emphasised that His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin
Mohammed’s directives entrusting MBRF with the task of documenting the life journey of the late Sheikh Rashid bin

Saeed builds upon a profound sense of national and civilisational pride, and this sentiment remains resonant as the
legacy of the founding fathers is showcased to future generations.

He underscored that the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed was the mastermind of Dubai’s modern transformation and,
along with the Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, provided the necessary impetus for the
UAE to come into its own through its foundational phase.

“The ‘Documenting the Legacy of Sheikh Rashid’ project marks a remarkable historical and knowledge-based initiative

in narrating the inspiring journey of a great leader who laid the foundation of Dubai as we know it today and
established the groundwork for its development,” HE Bin Huwaireb said.

“Through his vision and insights, he shaped a state-of-the-art city, which achieved further excellence through the vision
of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler

of Dubai, whose guidance has become the emirate’s template for economic, urban, civilisational, and leadership
growth. With his visionary guidance, Dubai has developed into a global destination and a prime example of
comprehensive development and prosperity that is widely regarded as one of the greatest places in the world to live,

work, and travel, effortlessly bringing together diverse cultures.”

Embodiment of Emirati Values

HE Bin Huwaireb added: “In addition to fostering national pride and a greater appreciation of the true Emirati values
that define the legacy of our ancestors and their vision for a prosperous future, the documentation of Sheikh Rashid’s
remarkable journey will offer scholars and upcoming generations a trustworthy resource on a true symbol of Emirati

history. It will also serve as a source of inspiration for them in shaping their thoughts and developing the foresight they
need on the path to success.”

The life of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed holds immense prominence in the history of Dubai and the UAE.

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