Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

"You must be better than us, and better than your fathers and grandfathers. This is not an option, you must do this."

"Those who take the lead take it by doing three things. First, science to be able to manoeuvre; second, knowledge to be able to heavily invest in education; and third, a very wise leadership with a clear vision and a roadmap to the right direction."

"The knowledge you have in this generation and the technology you are learning have to be the best in the world.

"We have to ensure the new generation is equipped with knowledge and science so they can represent our competitive advantage in front of the whole world. Our only choice is quality."

"Although we live in an unstable region that has challenges and different viewpoints, I am very optimistic by nature and I believe that the UAE today is more like a light that illuminates a dark land.

"You are the real wealth, not the 3 million barrels of oil. You are the future of this nation’s security and safety net. We are in a good condition now but we want to establish the vision for 50 years ahead.

"I am certain from what I have witnessed from my simple interaction with bright minds and hopeful optimistic faces that we are betting on the right people and the right generation for the future of the UAE."


We should never be arrogant when it comes to the reputation of our country and anything positive you do is an Emirati deed, so all of us are responsible for shaping, introducing and projecting a positive image of the UAE."

"I want everyone to know that you are the ambassadors of the country, and to therefore represent the country well. Do not ever be arrogant when it comes to your country's reputation."

"Anything positive you do will be remembered by the world as a good Emirati deed, but any negative step you make, will reflect on your country. So you have a responsibility of protecting your country's image, especially when you are abroad."

"If your point of view is positive, you will see the challenges in the future as opportunities."
"The worst thing you can ever do is to wait; waiting is a waste of time and a waste of years and missed accomplishments."