His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, affirmed that Dubai continues to move forward at an accelerating pace as it prepares for a new phase of growth and development, with the value of projects currently underway in the emirate exceeding AED 2 trillion. His Highness stressed that the journey of progress and development will continue without stopping. His remarks came during his meeting with Dubai’s leadership team at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, held under his patronage and attended by 1,000 leaders from the government and private sectors. The event also saw the recognition of national leaders for their contributions to leadership, public service, and the development of future talent.
Mohammed bin Rashid: Our Progress Is Accelerating, With Projects Exceeding AED 2 Trillion
Speaking about the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, may God protect him, expressed his pleasure at meeting Dubai’s leadership team, highlighting the importance of young leaders and the renewed spirit driving the changes ahead.
His Highness said in a post on his official X account: “I was pleased to meet Dubai’s team today at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum… 1,000 leaders from the public and private sectors, a distinguished group of promising young leaders, and a renewed spirit leading the next wave of change.”
Reaffirming Dubai’s commitment to continued development, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum pointed to the value of projects currently underway across the emirate and its preparations for a new phase of growth.
His Highness added: “Our progress is accelerating, not slowing down. The value of projects underway in Dubai exceeds AED 2 trillion, and we are preparing for a new phase of growth and development… We will not stop.”
Mohammed bin Rashid Honors Marwan bin Ghalita for Empowering Young Leaders
As part of His Highness’s commitment to empowering young leaders and preparing the next generation of leadership, the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum saw Marwan bin Ghalita honored with the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Medal. The award recognizes the best director general for empowering second- and third-tier leaders.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasized the importance of building capable teams that can sustain an institution’s progress, stressing that a director general’s responsibility extends beyond managing an organization to preparing leaders who can carry its work forward.
His Highness said: “The best director general does not make the institution revolve around himself, but builds a team that can carry on after him. Congratulations to Marwan.”
Mohammed bin Rashid Honors Mohammed Al Gergawi With the Mohammed bin Rashid Sash, Calling Him a Companion on His Journey
In another recognition during the forum, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, may God protect him, bestowed the Mohammed bin Rashid Sash upon His Excellency Mohammed Al Gergawi in appreciation of his service to the nation and the dedication, loyalty, and perseverance he has demonstrated while accompanying His Highness throughout three decades of work.
His Highness described His Excellency Mohammed Al Gergawi as one of the nation’s dedicated executive leaders, reflecting on his long record of service and his contributions to the country and its leadership.
His Highness said: “There are few people we can truly call companions on the journey, and Mohammed Al Gergawi is one of them.”
His Highness also described His Excellency Mohammed Al Gergawi as a man of sincerity in both his words and his convictions, loyal to his country and its leadership, and devoted to serving his fellow citizens. His Highness affirmed that the recognition was well deserved and that he expects even more from him.
