The announcement of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, made by the President of the UAE and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has made headlines around the world. This announcement represents a historic moment in the UAE's history, as it deviates from the traditional line of succession and reflects a growing trend across the Arab world.
Sheikh Khaled is the eldest son of the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and his appointment as the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi is significant. He has served as the Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office and a member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, and has a proven track record in various developmental projects across the Emirate. This appointment reflects the government's commitment to ensuring the continued prosperity of the country.
HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates.
In addition to Sheikh Khaled's appointment, the President has appointed his brothers to other key government positions. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the owner of Manchester City Football Club in England, has been appointed as the Vice President of the UAE, in a strategic move to ensure the continued success of the Emiratisation effort.
Sheikh Mansour has previously served as the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of the Presidential Court, amongst others. He is also credited with several public policy endeavors, including a legal overhaul that effectively separated expatriates from the Sharia system. His appointment as the Vice President of the UAE is a strategic move to ensure the continued success of the Emiratisation effort, which aims to increase the number of Emiratis in the private sector.
Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The appointments made by the head of state have garnered much attention, and are expected to have a significant impact on the future of the UAE. The appointment of Sheikh Khaled as the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi breaks from the traditional line of succession, which prioritizes direct lineage. However, it reflects a growing trend across the Arab world, where countries are prioritizing meritocracy over lineage.
Sheikh Hazza Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Tahnoun Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The appointments made by the head of state have garnered much attention, and are expected to have a significant impact on the future of the UAE. The appointment of Sheikh Khaled as the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi breaks from the traditional line of succession, which prioritizes direct lineage. However, it reflects a growing trend across the Arab world, where countries are prioritizing meritocracy over lineage.
