His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, stressed the importance of bold, innovative approaches to maintain the UAE’s global leadership in sustainable development.
Speaking at Za’abeel Palace, with key leaders and dignitaries in attendance, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the country’s role as a model for progress and sustainability.
He emphasized the need for dynamic, forward-thinking strategies to remain at the forefront of global development.
Sheikh Mohammed also underscored the pivotal role of the private sector in driving Dubai and the UAE’s sustainable growth, urging everyone to embrace innovation and think beyond conventional limits.
Reflecting on the upcoming year, he called for prioritizing youth empowerment, stressing that their creativity and innovative thinking are key to the nation’s future success.
During the meeting, His Highness discussed the UAE’s development efforts and reaffirmed the leadership’s commitment to improving citizens' well-being and setting new benchmarks for world-class services.
The meeting was held in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister; and H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister.
Mohammed bin Rashid meets with prominent leaders, dignitaries and senior officials at Za’abeel Palace. The meeting was attended by Hamdan bin Mohammed and Maktoum bin Mohammed. pic.twitter.com/W3irirqEwl
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) December 25, 2024

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