Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahyan’s first death anniversary today
By ali Imran

ISLAMABAD—The first death anniversary of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahyan, the founder and architect of modern United Arab Emirates, will be observed today (Wednesday) In memory of the late President Sheikh Zayed, the Ambassador Ali Mohammed Al Shamsi said in statement on Tuesday that the best way to pay homage to the late leader would be to carry forward his vision of friendship and love between the people of United Arab Emirates and Pakistan.
"The late President has left a legacy for the next generations. His political and social policies have turned the UAE into a modern country, making use of scientific and technological means for building a solid infrastructure and development of human resources," the Ambassador said.
Ambassador Al Shamsi said the UAE stands strong and united and it will continue to follow the path of the father of the nation under the leadership of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of UAE.
He added that Sheikh Zayed's accomplishments will remain witness to his wisdom and vision, having spent part of his life in building social welfare projects in many Arab and Islamic countries.
In Pakistan, late Sheikh Zayed has set up about 150 social welfare projects like hospitals, schools, housing schemes, Islamic centers, watersupply schemes, an airport and wildlife conservation. "He also consolidates the bridges of friendship and cooperation and he was always eager to see the brotherly people of Pakistan prosper in all fields," the Ambassador said.
Al Shamsi said that Sheikh Zayed would stay alive in the hearts and minds of the people of UAE and continue to inspire them in their march toward development and progress.