The American Business Council of Dubai & the Northern Emirates presents the "American Business Award" each year to an U.A.E. National to honor his outstanding contribution to the development of relations between the United Arab Emirates and the United States of America.

PREVIOUS RECIPIENTS OF THE AMERICAN BUSINESS AWARD

2006 His Excellency Dr. Omar Bin Sulaiman, Governor of the Dubai International Financial Centre 

2005 H.H Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler, Ras Al Khaimah

2004 H.H. Sheikha Lubna Al Qasmi, UAE Minister of Economy and Planning, and CEO of Tejari

2003 Ahmed Abdul Rahman Al Banna, Deputy Director General of Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry

2002 Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman of Ports, Customs & Free Zone Corporation

"to recognize the exceptional contributions he has made to the development of trade and investment opportunities for American businesses operating in the Free Trade Corporations in Dubai."

2001 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE Minister of Defense was presented with the Rings of Friendship Award for Inspirational Leadership.

In recognition of His Highness ' inspirational leadership and vision that has created an environment of peace, prosperity, security and stability among a diverse expatriate community, especially during the aftermath of September II.