The World Economic Forum (WEF) has named Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, in its Young Global Leaders Class of 2023, in yet another recognition that reflects the UAE’s growing global status.
WEF’s new Young Global Leaders Class includes nearly 100 promising political leaders, innovative entrepreneurs, game-changing researchers and academic leaders who are accelerating positive and lasting change in their communities, countries and the world.
Each year, the Forum of Young Global Leaders identifies the world’s most influential leaders under the age of 40 driving innovation for positive change across civil society, arts, culture, government and business.
The inclusion of Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in the Young Global Leaders Class of 2023 also marks his emergence as a role model for young leaders and contributions to advancing development in the UAE and Dubai.
As the head of many government entities and councils, Sheikh Maktoum plays a major role in implementing the vision and directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.
The inclusion of Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed in the new Young Global Leaders Class is also a testimony to the UAE’s growing role in shaping the future of various global sectors, generating solutions for its critical problems and creating an inclusive and equitable global community.
Since its establishment in 2004, the Forum of Young Global Leaders has cultivated a diverse community of outstanding people addressing the world’s most pressing problems.
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