our rulers

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
President of the UAE

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi.
Born on 11 March 1961
Became the Chairman of UAE Offset Program Bureau in 1992 (the Bureau was later renamed as Tawazun Economic Council)
Became the Chairman of Mubadala Development Company in 2002
Became Deputy Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi in November 2003
Became the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi in November 2004
Became the Chairman of the Executive Council in December 2004
Became Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces in January 2005
Became the Chairman of Abu Dhabi Education Council-ADEC in September 2005; the council was renamed as Department of Education and Knowledge
Became the Ruler of Abu Dhabi on 13 May 2022
Became the President of the UAE on 14 May 2022.

read more

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

On January 4th, 2006, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum became the Ruler of Dubai following the death of his brother the late Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, may his soul rest in peace.
On January 5th, the members of the UAE Supreme Council elected Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid as the UAE Vice President. The late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan may his soul rest in peace nominated Sheikh Mohammed to serve as the Prime Minister and form a new government, and the members of the Supreme Council approved the nomination.
On February 11th, 2006, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and the members of the new Cabinet took oath of office before His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Al Bateen Palace in Abu Dhabi.
Since taking office as the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has overseen launching a raft of revolutionary initiatives in the UAE.

His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi

Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, member of the Federal Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah. In 1971, he managed the Ruler’s Office in Sharjah.
Soon after the birth of the United Arab Emirates on 2nd December 1971, on 9th of December the ministers’ council was formed and His Highness was named as the UAE Minister of Education.
On 25th January 1972, 9th Dhi Al-Hijja 1391 (Arafa Day), His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi became the Ruler of Sharjah. His Highness is the 18th Ruler of the emirate of Sharjah in the line of Al Qasimi Rulers since year 1600 AD.
www.sheikhdrsultan.ae

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi

Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi was elected Vice President of the Trucial States Council in 1966 and participated in the discussions that preceded the establishment of the UAE since 1968. He succeeded his father, one of the Founding Fathers of the Union, who passed away in 1981.
His Highness is the founder of the modern Emirate of Ajman. During his term, Ajman witnessed remarkable progress, as HH launched distinctive projects that led to its development and prosperity.

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla

Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, the Ruler of the emirate of Umm Al Quwain and a member of the Supreme Council after the demise of his father Sheikh Rashid bin Ahmad Al Mualla on 2nd of January 2009.
Later, in 1982, his father Sheikh Rashid bin Ahmad Al Mualla named him as Crown Prince of Umm Al Quwain. His Highness assisted his father in managing the affairs of the emirate, oversaw many investment projects.

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi

Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi became the Chairman of the Ras Al Khaimah Municipality Council in 1978. In 1986, he continued his work to improve the Emirates infrastructure and governance practices.
HH was named Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah on 14th June, 2003. As Crown Prince, he oversaw the introduction of free zones and industrial parks, efficient business licensing procedures and offshore corporate registration.
On 27th October, 2010, HH Sheikh Saud succeeded his father, the late Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, to become the Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.

His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi

Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah

High Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammad Al Sharqi became the Ruler of the Emirate of Fujairah, after the passing away of his father, Sheikh Mohammad bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Sharqi, in 1974.  He supported the tourism sector by establishing tourism offices and government departments to promote Fujairahs position on the global tourism landscape.
HH held many roles among which are Chief of Police and Security in Fujairah, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries in the Unions first Cabinet formation of the UAE Federal Government, and Crown Prince of Fujairah.

Copyright © 2024 Dubai Electricity and Water Authority