His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan.. Architect of Global Banking Advancement and Leader of Strategic Transformation

If numbers are the language of finance, then wisdom and far-sighted vision are the spirit of leadership. At First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), these qualities are embodied in the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Group. The journey led by His Highness is not merely a story of financial growth, but an ambitious national strategy to redefine the role of the UAE as a global financial hub connecting East and West.

Under the chairmanship of His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, First Abu Dhabi Bank achieved major milestones that placed the institution in the realm of historic figures. Entering 2026, the bank’s total assets surpassed AED 1.49 trillion (more than USD 400 billion) for the first time in its history, an achievement that reflects strong confidence in his approach, which combines bold investment vision with rigorous financial discipline.

His Highness does not merely oversee the present; he helps shape the future. In 2026, the bank’s journey toward artificial intelligence accelerated at an unprecedented pace.

Guided by his vision, the institution became a model in adopting advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer experience, enabling the Group to maintain globally leading efficiency standards while diversifying income streams across more than 20 international markets.

One of the defining features of his leadership is a deep belief in the capabilities of Emirati talent. Under his chairmanship, the bank secured first place in the Nafis Award 2025, in recognition of its exceptional success in exceeding Emiratisation targets and empowering national talent in leadership positions.

This reflects his commitment to translating the vision of the UAE leadership into a sustainable knowledge-based economy.His Highness also represents the driving force behind the bank’s international expansion, from Asia to Europe and Africa, strengthening global trade and investment corridors. The bank’s achievement of record profits amounting to AED 21.1 billion by the end of 2025 stands as clear testimony to the success of the “global bank of the UAE” model that he helped establish with distinction.

Recognition of His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan comes in appreciation of a unique leadership figure who has successfully integrated economic, security, and technological priorities into one unified framework serving the nation’s interests. He is a leader who recognizes no limits, and a chairman who has made First Abu Dhabi Bank a powerful financial fortress and a beacon of innovation and sustainability at the heart of the global economy.“

The sustainable growth and financial strength achieved by First Abu Dhabi Bank reflect our commitment to reinforcing the bank’s position as a key supporter of the UAE’s economic ambitions and its connection to global markets.”— A leadership principle that reflects the vision of Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the Group.