Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, announced the appointment of Lana Nusseibeh and Saeed Al Hajri as Ministers of State in the UAE government. These new appointments are part of ongoing efforts to enhance government operations and empower Emirati talents across various fields.
New Appointments Strengthening the UAE Government
As part of government updates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced, during an official session, the appointment of Her Excellency Lana Nusseibeh and His Excellency Saeed Al Hajri as Ministers of State in the UAE government. This announcement came after consultations with the President, reflecting the wise guidance and strong support from the leadership to enhance government work. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid stated: “Brothers and sisters… we announce today the appointment of Lana Nusseibeh and Saeed Al Hajri as Ministers of State in the UAE government.” He added: “Wishing them all the best in their current and future responsibilities.”
Career of Her Excellency Lana Nusseibeh
Her Excellency Lana Nusseibeh has an impressive professional background, having held numerous prominent positions. She has served as Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs and as the Permanent Representative of the UAE to the United Nations since September 2013 until April 2024. During her tenure, she led several strategic initiatives, including co-chairing negotiation teams regarding the reform of the United Nations Security Council.
She has also chaired the Executive Board of UN Women and served as Vice President of the UN General Assembly. This underscores her status as a prominent figure in international politics, reflecting the extensive experience she will bring to her role as Minister of State in the UAE government.
Achievements of His Excellency Saeed Al Hajri
His Excellency Saeed Al Hajri has served as the Chairman of the Emirates Drug Company since June 2025, in addition to being Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Economic and Trade Affairs. Al Hajri has a strong academic background, having earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Lewis & Clark College in the United States. Furthermore, he is a certified financial analyst and has completed the Executive Education Program at Harvard University.
Al Hajri has held several leadership positions, including Executive Director at the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank. He was honored as one of the Top 250 Young Global Leaders by the World Economic Forum in 2007.
Future Prospects with the New Ministers
The appointment of Lana Nusseibeh and Saeed Al Hajri as Ministers of State in the UAE government reflects the leadership’s commitment to developing national competencies and enhancing the decision-making process in the country. The new ministers are expected to bring fresh and innovative insights that contribute to driving development and achieving the strategic goals of the UAE. With their extensive experience in their respective fields, they are likely to play a significant role in enhancing the country’s status on both regional and international fronts.