Dubai: The UAE will observe January 7 as Zayed the Founder day starting next year.

In a post on X, The President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the day will be "dedicated to celebrating his enduring legacy, transforming wisdom into action".

"The UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, forever remains in the hearts of the people of the UAE. As he led efforts to establish the Union, laid its foundations, and nurtured its development, his life and legacy were defined by his vision, generosity, and service to humanity.…