Dubai is mourning the death of Lieutenant General Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a senior member of the Dubai ruling family who devoted decades to public service, security, sport and community development.
Sheikh Ahmed, who was 76, served as Deputy Chairman of Dubai Police and Public Security and was widely associated with Al Wasl Sports Club, where he served as president. He also played an important role in Dubai’s horse-racing industry and supported a number of sporting and community initiatives.
Following his death, Dubai announced a 10-day official mourning period, beginning Monday. During the mourning period, flags across the emirate will be flown at half-mast as tributes continue to be paid to the late royal.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dubai’s leaders joined mourners in remembering Sheikh Ahmed’s long public service and his contribution to the development of Dubai and the wider UAE.
Born into the Al Maktoum family, Sheikh Ahmed was the youngest son of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, one of the key figures behind modern Dubai. His years in public life saw him contribute to several areas of the emirate’s growth, while his involvement in sport and horse racing earned him a strong presence beyond government circles.
His death marks the passing of a figure who remained closely connected to Dubai’s institutions and sporting community for decades.
HIGHLIGHTS
– Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has died at the age of 76.
– He served as Deputy Chairman of Dubai Police and Public Security.
– He was President of Al Wasl Sports Club.
– He was closely involved in Dubai’s horse-racing and sporting sectors.
– Dubai has declared 10 days of official in mymourning.
– UAE and Dubai leaders have paid tribute to his decades of service.
KEY TAKEAWAY
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum leaves behind a legacy shaped by public service, security, sport and his contribution to Dubai’s development. His death has prompted an official period of mourning across the emirate as tributes continue to pour in.
