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Quotes: What people feel on this great day
Khaleej Times speaks to people from the UAE who share how they feel as Shaikh Mohammed inaugurates Burj Dubai on his Accession Day.
- PUBLISHED: Mon 4 Jan 2010, 7:24 PM UPDATED: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 2:22 PM
"The son has completed what the father started. In 1990, Shaikh Rashid built the Trade Center, the tallest building in Dubai that time. Today, Shaikh Mohammed built the Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building. If we talk of Shaikh Mohammed’s greatest accomplishments, we need to write books for what he has done. He has turned nothing to something, and what I like is his zealousness to do things at once. He wants things to be done so fast what others have to do in seven years. He wants everything to be done now, for this generation, instead of waiting for so long to do it. When I was in USA and London years back, they used to say UAE? Where is it? What country is that? But, after Shaikh Mohammed pushed Dubai’s development at a high speed, people hug me when I say I am from Dubai, an Emirati. They know Dubai and hear about the UAE. Most of all, they come and visit Dubai. This Burj Dubai will usher in a craze in tourism to Dubai."
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- Marwan Al Muhairi, Emirati banker
"We admire Shaikh Mohammed as a father figure for Dubai and the UAE. Whatever he does is not just for Dubai or the UAE. His actions are meant for the development of the whole world. You cannot find a perfect role model in any other man of the current time, but in him. With the opening of Burj Dubai on his Accession Day, Shaikh Mohammed is putting his fingerprint in the history of the world. Burj Dubai will show how unique Dubai is and its Ruler is."
- Aihsa Beljafla, Emirati, Vice President, Sanabel Beladi Society, Dubai
"Shaikh Mohammed is one of the greatest visionaries living today. He is giving a modern touch to his ancestor’s vision. His determination deserves the praise of all. With that very determination he is taking Dubai to new heights in spite of all the challenges posed by the economic crisis. He is an inspirational leader. Burj Dubai is another prestigious landmark for Dubai under his rule."
- Jerome Thomas, Indian-Branch Head, UAE Exchange, Sharjah
"Shaikh Mohammed’s visionary leadership has moved the UAE to greater heights. He is a role model and his great desire for national development has inspired UAE nationals. With the inauguration of the Burj Dubai, he has brought the world to the UAE."
- Adil Ali Al Suwaidi, Chief of the Environmental and Health Department, RAK Municipality
"Shaikh Mohammed is a role model for many people and he deserves to be one especially for the young generation. Today’s youngsters should learn more about him. We should learn to dream big like him and make that dream come true like him. His determination and foresight will definitely be remembered as the major factors that brought much acclaim to Dubai in various fields. The opening of Burj Dubai is another feather in the cap for Dubai and the UAE."
- Suneil Wadhwani, Pakistani, Accountant, Dar Al Khaleej Group, Sharjah
"Shaikh Mohammed is an extraordinary leader. He is anxious to accomplish his visions. He is a leader with great concern for his people. The inauguration of Burj Dubai, which is one of the world’s greatest icons, it indicates that for all great walks, there are great men standing behind."
- Saeed Al Ashkar, Lebanese expat, Ras Al Khaimah
"Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid is our father and also a teacher. As Emiratis we have learnt a lot from him and we are proud of him. He is a patriotic leader and has great love and devotion towards his country. The man has encouraged love and unity amongst the Emiratis. I wish the young generation learn from him."
- Mariam Sulaiman, employee at RAK Municipality
"Shaikh Mohammed is an inspiration and an outstanding leader. His strategies and focused leadership has made the UAE a peaceful and desirable place to live in for both residents and visitors. Shaikh Mohammed has done a lot in the empowering of women in the UAE.”
- Lubna Mohammed, an Emirati working for a government department in Ras Al Khaimah
"Locals are very lucky for having His Highness as their ruler. If we talk about Shaikh Mohammed, it needs more time to discuss his achievements for he is a great leader, a great person from every side, about every thing. I wish him luck. "
- Fahad Mohammed, an Emirati
"More power to Shaikh Mohammed. I hope it will be more fruitful this year. I hope Dubai, under his stewardship, is more progressive this year and the years to come. And, of course, more opportunities to all."
- Mariz Ogad, Filipino expatriate
"I wish Shaikh Mohammed the best for him and for all Dubai. Shaikh Mohammed is a good person with a good heart for people. This is good for Dubai and the UAE. Celebrating his fourth ascension is a good time."
- Abdul Rahman Mohammad, Emirati PRO
"This is the time of economic crisis. But, Shaikh Mohammed is doing something for this country to surpass all odds. I wish him luck to follow the same track of performance in the years to come."
- Abdul Salam Ahmed, Emirati