Hamdan bin Mohammed: UAE a model of excellence and innovation

Sharjah 24 – WAM: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, hosted a gathering at his majlis in Nad Al Sheba. Attendees included heads of government entities, local dignitaries, business leaders, citizens, and diplomats from friendly nations.

A legacy of visionary leadership

Sheikh Hamdan praised the visionary leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. He noted their role in positioning the UAE as a global model of innovation and competitiveness across vital sectors.

Commitment to excellence and innovation

He emphasized that excellence is a foundational value in the UAE, highlighting Dubai’s early adoption of a government excellence programme over 30 years ago, which has significantly improved public services and community well-being.

A global model of government modernisation

Sheikh Hamdan noted that the UAE’s model of development has attracted international interest. The nation avoids incremental change, instead focusing on innovative, forward-thinking models designed to anticipate citizens' needs and enhance quality of life.

Advancing government services in Dubai

He outlined the shift in Dubai toward a digital-first approach in government services. Success, he said, is rooted in reimagining government tools, improving performance, and adopting modern technologies guided by agility, speed, and bold decision-making.

Responding to global change with innovation

With the world changing rapidly, Sheikh Hamdan stressed the need for fresh thinking to further elevate service quality and efficiency, maintaining Dubai’s status as a top global city for living, working, and visiting.

Strategic development plans and public-private cooperation

The discussion also covered major ongoing development projects under the Dubai 2030 Plan, the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, and the Dubai Social Agenda 33. Participants affirmed the importance of public-private partnerships in meeting strategic goals and reiterated their collective commitment to innovation, excellence, and sustainable progress.