Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed said; on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah's accession in the emirate : "On this distinguished day in the history of the Emirate of Sharjah, we celebrate fifty years of successive achievements presided by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, leader of the modern renaissance in the emirate and builder of civilization, science and progress. Fifty years Sharjah began a new era of advancing science based on the meanings of belonging and pride in its rich history and enlightenment with scientific knowledge. Fifty years of integrated development proceeded in all its aspects based on human development that reflect the strategy set by His Highness to make Sharjah as a prominent landmark and a realistic model for great giving, great wisdom and the development of societies.”
Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed added: "Throughout the past years, over half a century, we lived in the emirate, where various development projects have been implemented in various fields, as the Ruler of Sharjah laid the first building stones of the general strategy, which represents the advanced way to bright society based on the human being , the belief in his abilities and the enhancement of his capabilities and skills".
At the end of his speech, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed added : "After fifty years and the fruitful progress that the Emirate of Sharjah has reached, and the same path led by His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah who pave all ways to complete the foundations of modern and advanced life and provided a bright future through the education and culture of its children.. We say: “Thank you, our father, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, may God protect you and give you a long life in health, wellness and happiness.”