HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has marked another milestone in his life.

The Dubai royal received bountiful messages from his loved ones on July 15, 2024, which marked his 75th birthday celebrations.

Taking to social media, his children profoundly greeted the Dubai ruler in a series of posts.

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, posted a video to his story depicting the life of HH Sheikh Mohammed from his adolescence to adulthood.

While HH Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum posted a short reel expressing her gratitude to her father.

“He has vision, ambition, he is the leader of Dubai, its inspiration…but most of all, he is my father,” she captioned the post. “May you be the hope for your family, your people, and all the aspirants in the world, every year forward.”

Who is HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum?

Sheikh Mohammed is the current Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Born on July 15, 1949, he has been a pivotal figure in transforming Dubai and the UAE into a global metropolis. He was appointed as the Prime Minister of the UAE in 2006 and has since led numerous ambitious projects that have put Dubai on the world map, from the iconic Burj Khalifa to the sprawling Palm Jumeirah.

His Highness is also a celebrated poet and equestrian, embodying a blend of tradition and modernity. As a leader, he has been instrumental in fostering innovation, economic growth, and cultural development in the UAE over the past decades.

HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Announces Sheikh Hamdan as Deputy Prime Minister

Over the weekend, the Dubai royal family celebrated the news that HH Sheikh Hamdan will assume a new role in the government.

Under the directive of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan has been appointed as Deputy Prime Minister.

Sheikh Mohammed highlighted Sheikh Hamdan’s capabilities, stating, “Sheikh Hamdan is a true supporter. He is a leader who loves people and is loved by them. We have high confidence that he will be a valuable addition to the UAE government and a major contributor to shaping the future of the UAE.”