Hamdan bin Mohammed Orders Annual Organisation of 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Leadership Forum'

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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence of the UAE, has announced the establishment of the ‘Mohammed Bin Rashid Leadership Forum’ as an annual event. This decision comes on the heels of the inaugural edition's success, which was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

The second edition of the forum is scheduled for September 24-25, 2025, and will be organized by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development. This event will gather leaders from diverse sectors in Dubai alongside global experts, fostering an environment of collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Sheikh Hamdan emphasized that the forum embodies the ambitious vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, which focuses on nurturing a new generation of leaders adept at transforming challenges into opportunities. He stated, “The Forum serves as a strategic platform that plays a vital role in shaping Dubai's future directions and plans. It is designed to enhance strategic foresight and promote leadership practices rooted in the Mohammed Bin Rashid leadership model. The Forum will become a key annual event for top-level leaders across Dubai.”

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His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Chairman of the Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Chairman of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development, remarked that the forum encapsulates His Highness’s philosophy of management, strategic thinking, and proactive leadership. He highlighted the event's role in emphasizing the importance of comprehensive development and citizen welfare, while also preparing leaders to tackle present challenges and embrace future responsibilities.

Al Gergawi further noted that the annual organization of the forum will be instrumental in shaping future strategies aligned with Dubai’s vision for global leadership, as it brings together local leaders and international experts.

The ‘Mohammed Bin Rashid Leadership Forum’ is designed to be a pivotal platform for shaping future strategies and facilitating the exchange of innovative ideas among leaders and experts from various domains. The event will feature a range of discussions, workshops, and lectures led by international authorities, equipping participants with essential skills for development.

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development, which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, has successfully graduated over 850 Emirati leaders, including seven ministers and 10 undersecretaries. Since its inception, the center has collaborated with more than 300 local and global experts and partnered with 55 international universities to deliver leadership training programs. These programs are specifically tailored to equip future leaders with critical skills focused on adaptability and informed decision-making, preparing them to navigate the complexities of tomorrow’s challenges.