House of Al-Falasi

The Al Maktoum family descends from the Al Bu Falasah (now known as Al-Falasi) section of the Bani Yas, a highly respected and authoritative tribal federation that was the dominant power throughout most of what is now the United Arab Emirates. [ [http://sheikhmohammed.co.ae/english/history/history_baniyas.asp Home ] ] In 1833, a large, influential group of the Bani Yas moved to Dubai under the leadership of Maktoum bin Buti Al Maktoum. The Al Maktoum family, a part of the highly regarded Al Bu Falasah section of the Bani Yas, continues to rule Dubai to this day. [ [http://sheikhmohammed.co.ae/english/dubai/dubai_almaktoum.asp Home ] ] As befits a tribe from which so many noble families have come, the members of the Bani Yas tribe are well known for their patronage of, and involvement in, the literary arts. They are also renowned for their generosity, hospitality and chivalry, as were their Bedouin forefathers. [ [http://sheikhmohammed.co.ae/english/history/history_baniyas.asp Home ] ]

Famous members of the House of Al-Falasi:
* His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum - Ruler of Dubai, and leader of the tribe
* His Excellency Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sulayem - Chairman, Dubai World
* His Excellency Mohammad Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi - Vice Governor of UAE Central Bank [ [http://www.arabdecision.org/list_cvs_3_12_22_1_3_0.htm Arab Decision ] ]
* His Excellency Mohammad bin Abdallah Al Gaz - Former Chairman of the UAE Central Bank
* His Excellency Matar bin Mohammad Al Tayer - Deputy Director General of Dubai Municipality
* His Excellency Obaid bin Humaid Al Tayer - Prominent businessman and one of the leaders of Al Tayer Group

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