The thought of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may Allah rest his soul in peace, and that of the Founding Leaders is a pivotal and deep-rooted in the UAE fifty years ago since its foundation. The thought from which we got inspired a reference and a stepping stone for a promising future in the coming fifty years.

The UAE wise leadership is heading forward with a brilliant strategic thought that is a source of the country's civilised vision, a lamp of humankind happiness, a spring of pioneering for every successful person, and a clear roadmap for the world's thinkers and wise people.

'The Emirates Thinkers' pioneering project has a role model to emulate, which is the intellectual leadership of the UAE ranging from the UAE President, his Deputy, Crown Prince to the Rulers of the Emirates, may Allah protect them. They are our great models in every idea benefitting humankind.

'The Emirates Thinkers' platform will have an effect in the future. Therefore, we extend our gratitude to HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and the Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) for this brilliant idea.

'The Emirates Thinkers' will have a tremendous opportunity to express their ideas, which will help come up with marvellous ideas.

Every thinker will find with whom he can share his aspiration in shaping ideas coming one common speciality. This has a significant effect and importance on the cohesion and strength of ideas, thus leading to unity in society.

The different specialties of 'The Emirates Thinkers' and their togetherness has in itself power and effect.

'The Emirates Thinkers' platform will create competition among thinkers themselves and enrich humankind with innovative constructive ideas and help cement the thought of tolerance and co-existence. The aim is to develop excellent ideas and consolidate lofty values.