NNA - The Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, announced via the “X” platform a new ministerial formation in the UAE, which includes the joining of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid to the country’s government, as Deputy Prime Minister and his appointment as Minister of Defense, according to Reuters.

He stated: “After consulting with my brother Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, President of the State, and in continuation of the continuous development in the structure of the government of the UAE, we announce today a new ministerial line up in the country as follows: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum joining the government of the UAE as Deputy Prime Minister and appointing him as Minister of Defense of the UAE."

He continued: “We have great confidence that he will be a great addition to the UAE government and a major contributor to shaping the future of the country.”

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