The Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum was appointed minister of defense on 14/7/2024 as part of a broader cabinet shuffle.
Sheikh Hamdan was also named as one of the UAE’s deputy prime ministers.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- The role of Emirati President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed (MBZ) in the appointment
- The motives behind the appointment
The note also highlights the relationship between the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Hamdan.
