In a significant development, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a major cabinet reshuffle, with Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum taking to social media to share the news. The reshuffle sees the appointment of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, popularly known as Fazza, as the new Minister of Defense and Deputy Prime Minister.
The 41-year-old Sheikh Hamdan, a member of Dubai’s ruling family, boasts an impressive 16.4 million followers on Instagram, making him a prominent figure in the region. This new appointment is expected to bring fresh perspectives and leadership to the UAE’s defense sector.
In another key development, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister, in addition to his existing role as Minister of Foreign Affairs. Sheikh Abdullah will also head the newly restructured Council for Education, Human Resources and Community Development, with Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan serving as Vice-President.
The revamped council will now oversee several key ministries, including the Ministry of Community Development, Ministry of Education, Higher Education, Federal Universities, and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. This move is expected to streamline decision-making and enhance collaboration across these critical sectors.
Furthermore, Sarah Al Amiri has been appointed as the new Minister of Education, with the Emirates Foundation for School Education and Federal Agency for Early Education being merged with the Ministry of Education. This development is set to have a positive impact on the UAE’s education sector, with a focus on improving outcomes and driving innovation.
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