Head of State: Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
Head of State since: 3rd November 2004
Predecessor: Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum (Acting)
Heir to the Throne: Not yet known
National Anthem: Ishy Bilady
Information about the Monarch:
The Sheikh was born on 25th January 1948. He is married to Shamsa bint Suhail Al Mazrouei and together they have two sons and six daughters:
Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan
Sheikha bint Zayed Al Nahyan
Mouza bint Zayed Al Nahyan
Salama bint Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Shamma bint Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Osha bint Zayed Al Nahyan
Lateefa bint Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Interesting fact:
The Sheikh is one of the richest people in the world according to Forbes. It has been estimated that his wealth is approximately $19 billion which would make him the third wealthiest Monarch.
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