UAE Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Passes Away At 82

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed, the former representative of the Abu Dhabi Ruler in the Eastern Region, passed away at the age of 82, as announced by the UAE Presidential Court on May 1. This news was met with profound sorrow from top UAE leaders, with President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressing his condolences and declaring an official mourning period of 7 days.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, also lamented Sheikh Tahnoon’s passing, acknowledging his significant contributions to the Gulf nation. Similarly, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, paid homage to the deceased and offered condolences to the Nahyan family for their loss.

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Sheikh Tahnoon was recognized for his close relationship with the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his pivotal role in the establishment of the Arab nation. Throughout his career, he held various leadership positions, serving as deputy chairman of the Executive Council of Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, and Supreme Petroleum Council. His demise marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service and profound influence in shaping the trajectory of the United Arab Emirates.