Under the Guidance and Blessing of the President of the State, Mohammed bin Rashid Announces New Appointments in the UAE Government

In a strategic move aligned with the vision of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, announced new appointments in the UAE government, with the guidance and blessing of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State. These new appointments include the selection of Saeed Mubarak Rashid Al Hajri and Lana Zaki Nusseibeh as Ministers of State, reflecting the leadership’s commitment to supporting national competencies and enhancing effective government work.

The Appointments and Their Role in Strengthening Government Work

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced via his account on the “X” platform, “Brothers and sisters, after consulting with my brother Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, may God protect him, we announce today the appointment of Lana Nusseibeh and Saeed Al Hajri as Ministers of State in the Government of the United Arab Emirates. I wish them all the best in their current and future tasks, and I wish success to all our national teams in the United Arab Emirates.” This affirmation from senior leadership highlights the significance of these appointments in advancing government development and modernization efforts.

Lana Zaki Nusseibeh’s Professional Path

Lana Zaki Nusseibeh has held several prominent positions within the government, serving as Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs and as the Permanent Representative of the UAE to the United Nations since September 2013. She played a pivotal role as a lead participant in international negotiations on Security Council reform from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she served as Chair of the Executive Board of UN Women and as Vice President of the UN General Assembly, reflecting her significant influence on the international stage.

Contributions of Saeed Mubarak Rashid Al Hajri

Saeed Mubarak Rashid Al Hajri has extensive experience in both governmental and economic fields. He has served as Chairman of the Emirates Medicine Corporation since June 2025 and has been actively involved as Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Economic and Trade Affairs. Al Hajri holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Lewis & Clark College in the United States and is a certified financial analyst. He was recognized as one of the top 250 young global leaders by the World Economic Forum in 2007.

The Future Vision of the UAE Government

These appointments align with the UAE Government’s vision to enhance diversity and efficiency in government work. The government focuses on attracting new energies and skills to expand the horizons of economic and social development. Notably, these appointments reflect a trend towards strengthening cooperation among various leaderships and developing leadership skills at all levels.

The new appointments in the UAE government, under the guidance and blessing of the President of the State, enhance hope and ambition for achieving further accomplishments on both local and international fronts. The emphasis on national identity and efficiency remains an integral part of the progress journey in the UAE.