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05 January 2006, 06:05
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Saeed - Condolances
quote:
Originally posted by T.Carr:
Dubai's ruler Sheikh Maktoum dies

The ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, died aged 62 while visiting Australia, the president's office said. Sheikh Maktoum was also the vice-president and prime minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a federation of seven Gulf states.

He was staying at a luxury hotel on Queensland's Gold Coast when he died.

Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, his brother, succeeded him as ruler of Dubai.

Sheikh Mohammed has been the UAE defence minister since 1971 and heir apparent to the throne of Dubai since 1995.

He has been largely responsible for the phenomenal growth and development of the city in recent years, but with Sheikh Maktoum's blessing.

'Historical leader'

"The United Arab Emirates today lost a historical leader who devoted his life to establishing the United Arab Emirates and enhancing its structure and the welfare of its people," said a statement from the UAE's presidency.

The Ministry of Presidential Affairs from the neighbouring emirate of Abu Dhabi said Sheikh Maktoum had "placed his country's interest over any other considerations".

"He was a model of good behaviour," the statement added.

Forty days of national mourning have been declared.

Sheikh Maktoum maintained a low profile, preferring to allow his younger brothers to run the daily affairs of Dubai.

The statement did not indicate the cause of death of Sheikh Maktoum.

Sheikh Mohammed has been Dubai's heir apparent since 1995

Queensland Police spokeswoman Chelsea Roffey said the Dubai ruler died at the Palazzo Versace hotel, where rooms cost up to $2,600 per night.

He had arrived in Australia on 28 December.

Sheikh Maktoum's body is expected to be flown back to Dubai from Brisbane on his private Boeing 747-400 later on Wednesday.

The BBC's Julia Wheeler in Dubai says Sheikh Maktoum was well-liked in Dubai and his death will come as a shock to many.

But his death is unlikely to change the direction of policy either in Dubai or in the UAE, our correspondent says.

Internationally, Sheikh Maktoum was known as co-owner of Dubai's Godolphin stables, which competes in major horse races.


Background on the UAE

Biography of Sheikh Maktoum


quote:
Sheikh Maktoum was a much loved ruler, and an extremely modest person. He continued the old Beduin tradition of being accessible to everyone.


Saeed,

My most sincere condolences as well. Sheikh Maktoum sounds like he was a pretty cool guy. I think it is rare these days where someone so high up in office IS actually liked and respected. That, I think, goes to show that some people really do understand their positions and earn the respect their position grants.

Bet he had some nice horses too! Smiler


~Ann


05 January 2006, 06:12
SeanZ
Saeed,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sean
05 January 2006, 06:57
Bob in TX
Saeed,

My condolences and prayers go out to you, your family, and the people of the UAE...especially the citizens of Dubai.

Bob


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05 January 2006, 07:16
Rick 0311
Saeed,

My heart felt condolences for you and your family. I know he will live on in the memories of those who loved and admired him.

Rick
05 January 2006, 07:17
kudude
Saeed,
My sincere condolences to you, your family, and the people of the UAE. Kudude
05 January 2006, 09:04
jds
I offer a moment of silence in reverent respect to offer condolences in your loss. From what I know he was truly a great man.

May he rest in peace.

JDS


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05 January 2006, 09:12
prof242
When a good man dies, the whole world mourns...
My thoughts are with you and your family.


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05 January 2006, 12:28
duggaboybuff
Saeed , try to keep your head up during this sad time. please accept my condolences....
05 January 2006, 14:23
hamdeni
Saeed,

My condolences and prayers to you and your family. (Baqililah)


Hamdeni


05 January 2006, 17:12
Palmer
I hope the example of his life is a source of comfort and strength to you and your family


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Into my heart on air that kills
From yon far country blows:
What are those blue remembered hills,
What spires, what farms are those?
That is the land of lost content,
I see it shining plain,
The happy highways where I went
And cannot come again.

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05 January 2006, 18:34
M16
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolances.
05 January 2006, 19:39
bulldog563
From everything I have read he was a great man. I am sorry for your loss.


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05 January 2006, 20:04
trapmonkey
my sincerest condolences Saeed.

you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

guy.
05 January 2006, 20:58
Paul Tunkis
My sincerest condolances. I knew nothing of His Highness before his death, but his photo struck me profoundly. His expression is one of gentleness, sincerity and openness. Rarely do you see a leader on the world stage whose photos do not express their self importance.
05 January 2006, 21:29
LV Eric
My deepest condolances to you and your family.


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05 January 2006, 22:24
375hnh
Saeed, My family's thoughts and prayers are with you as well

DGK


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06 January 2006, 00:11
Berger
condolences to your family and your country.
06 January 2006, 02:11
Riaan
Saeed, you your country, the UAE and the world have been blessed by the life of this impressive man. Studying his legacy (after learning about his death) was inspirational. Our condolences.
06 January 2006, 05:08
BOWHUNR
Saeed,

My condolences on the great loss to your family, city and country.

BOWHUNR


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06 January 2006, 06:08
BigFiveJack
Saeed,

Words and thoughts we offer, in this mourning time for you,
Remembering a person, who so many say was true.

He did his duty for his nation, and it seems quite clear,
Those that knew him very well, have feelings most sincere.

We outside your family, can not in truth proclaim,
That we are hurting as you are, suffering and pained.

But hear this fellow gunner, fellow shooter, fellow man,
He would for you to carry on, and we ALL KNOW YOU CAN.

Now do so for the people, they need a compass now,
Accurate and honest and capable and proud.



Jack

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06 January 2006, 08:51
Use Enough Gun
Our condolences and with our deepest sympathy.
06 January 2006, 09:15
scruffy
The world is a better place for having known him.
07 January 2006, 02:43
Tom02
Saeed my thoughts and prayers are with you and your countrymen.