The United Arab Emirates on Saturday announced a ministerial reshuffle, including the Minister of State for financial and economic affairs, the minister of state for defense affairs, the minister of state for the environment, as well as minister of state for youth affairs.
Posting on X, UAE’s Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum wrote, “With the approval of my brother, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and following consultations with him, we are pleased to announce a series of ministerial reshuffles in the UAE government.”
He then announced that Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid was appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister for Financial and Economic Affairs, overseeing this sector in the Federal Government.
The PM added that Sheikh Maktoum’s proven leadership at the Ministry of Finance and his effective handling of various economic and commercial files have been instrumental in balancing the country’s financial policies both locally and federally.
“We have full confidence in his ability to lead our federal economic, commercial, and financial team towards new achievements, nurturing young economic leaders, and continuing our commitment to sound fiscal policies that bolster the nation's economic growth,” Sheikh Mohammed wrote.
Also, Mohammed bin Mubarak Fadhel Al Mazrouei has been appointed as the Minister of State for Defense Affairs and a member of the Council of Ministers.
Al Mazrouei had previously worked as the Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court and Advisor at the Presidential Court.
In his post, Sheikh Mohammed also wrote that Mariam Harib Al Muhairi was appointed as the Head of the International Affairs Office at the Presidential Court, following her impactful term in the Ministry of Environment.
He said Mariam has made substantial contributions to the UAE in the areas of environment and food security, both domestically and internationally.
Her efforts have been universally commended by peers and collaborators, both within the UAE and abroad, Sheikh Mohammed said, adding that she skillfully led the UAE's bid in COP28, showcasing her professionalism and expertise.
“We take great pride in her accomplishments and anticipate further success in her forthcoming national assignments,” he added.
In the cabinet reshuffle, Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi was appointed as the Minister of Environment and a member of the Council of Ministers.
“Amna, a prominent member of the federal workforce, has been under our observation for several years, during which she has successfully led a series of strategic projects for the federal government. She is entrusted with significant responsibilities in environmental management and the advancement of the agricultural sector,” Sheikh Mohammed stated.
In the youth file, the PM announced the appointment of Sultan Al Neyadi as the Minister of State for Youth in the UAE.
“Some time ago, we invited nominations for the position of Minister of Youth in the UAE. We were inundated with nominations, and one name consistently stood out among the Emirati youth. This exceptional individual has been appointed as the new Minister of Youth,” Sheikh Mohammed wrote.
He added that, “Sultan Al Neyadi, an accomplished astronaut with a PhD, has dedicatedly served his country in both the military and space sectors.”
The new Minister has made significant contributions to humanity in the field of science, notably being the first Arab to undertake a spacewalk and the first to embark on the longest Arab space mission, lasting six months.
