Dubai: H.H. 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, met with heads of government entities, local dignitaries, members of the business community, citizens, and diplomats of brotherly and friendly countries, at his majlis in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai.
According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan emphasized the impact of the visionary leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, in establishing the UAE as a global model of progress. This leadership thrives on a commitment to excellence and innovation, propelling the nation to lead global competitiveness rankings across numerous vital sectors.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reiterated the UAE's dedication to excellence as a core value in all services and sectors. He reflected on Dubai's early initiative, launched over 30 years ago, to implement a government excellence programme that significantly advanced the public sector with a focus on enhancing community happiness and well-being.
He noted the international attention garnered by the UAE's development and government modernisation efforts, with many countries seeking to emulate its approach. Rather than settling for incremental improvements, the UAE pioneers innovation by creating models that anticipate citizens' needs and enhance their quality of life.
In his remarks, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan praised the progress of government services in Dubai, highlighting the shift towards a digital-first approach. He stated that true success lies in rethinking government tools to improve performance and embrace modern technology, with flexibility, speed, and bold decision-making as key pillars of sustainable development.
Addressing the rapid pace of global change, he stressed the importance of innovation in maintaining and enhancing the quality and efficiency of government services in Dubai. These efforts are essential to meet community needs and reinforce Dubai's position as a leading global city for living, working, and visiting.
Discussions during the meeting also covered ongoing development projects as part of the Dubai 2030 Plan, along with the ambitious goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and Dubai Social Agenda 33. Participants highlighted the importance of Dubai's public-private partnership model in achieving these objectives and affirmed their commitment to excellence and teamwork for advancing development for the benefit of all.