UAE: On promoting Sheikh Hamdan to rank of General, standing and MBZ's views

5 August 2025

IntelligenceNote

Summary

UAE President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed (MBZ) issued a federal decree on 29/7/2025 promoting Crown

Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defense Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum to the rank of General.

The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:

The reasons behind Sheikh Hamdan’s promotion
MBZ’s views on Sheikh Hamdan’s performance after becoming the defense minister
Sheikh Hamdan’s standing and expected roles

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