Statements

Statement by President George W. Bush on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed

"Laura and I mourn the passing of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al Nahyan, the founder of the modern United Arab Emirates." ...

DALLAS, TEXAS – “Laura and I mourn the passing of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al Nahyan, the founder of the modern United Arab Emirates. Under his leadership and vision, the UAE became an economic power and a force for peace in the Middle East. We send our sympathies to our friend, Sheikh Mohamed, and to their family and all Emeratis.”