Flashes of Thought

Flashes of Thought is a collection of personal reflections by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on various aspects of government services and administration. It explores the ideas, principles and experiences that have defined his leadership role in the development of Dubai and the UAE, as well as his personal journey as an Arab statesman on the world stage.

The book is remarkable for its eclectic range of topics and for offering insights into Sheikh Mohammed's character as well as his leadership philosophy. Its concise chapters cover more than thirty subjects including management, creativity, risk-taking, ambition, motivation and success. He also draws universal lessons from personal anecdotes, childhood memories, and subjects as varied as happiness, horsemanship, football and poetry.

Flashes of Thought was inspired by an audience dialogue session at the Government Summit held in the UAE in February 2013, during which Sheikh Mohammed answered questions and spoke at length on many themes. The book's accessible and conversational style reflects the interactivity of that session.

The book features a foreword by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi.