1st Anniversary of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Accession Day

United Arab Emirates3 November 2005Draft

President of United Arab Emirates Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces Ruler of Emirate of Abu Dhabi His Highness Sheikh Kahlifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the eldest son of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder and builder of the United Arab Emirates. His Highness was born in 1948 in Al Ain. As he grew up, he held several positions of leadership in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. In September 18, 1966, His Highness assumed the post of Representative of the Abu Dhabi Ruler in the Eastern Region and Head of the Region's Courts. As of February 1, 1969, His Highness became Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, with the blessings of all members of the Al Nahyan family and the public. His Highness presided over the Abu Dhabi Department of Defence on February 2, 1969, and played a key role in strengthening the Abu Dhabi Defence Force and making it the core of the UAE Army. On July 1, 1971, His Highness became Head of the Abu Dhabi Council of Ministers and Ministers of Defense and Finance. After the formation of the Federation, and consequently the Federal Cabinet, His Highness assumed the position of Deputy Prime Minister. Souvenir sheet: AED 10. Size: 30 x 50 mm in sheets of 50 stamps.