Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, attended a significant graduation ceremony marking the completion of 244 participants from 33 countries in 11 international government leadership programmes. Organised by the UAE Government, these programmes underscore its dedication to bolstering global partnerships through the UAE Government Knowledge Exchange Programme.
According to Emirates News Agency, the ceremony occurred during the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025, themed 'Shaping Future Governments', held in Dubai from 11 to 13 February 2025. The summit attracted over 30 heads of state and government, more than 80 international organisations, 140 government delegations, and over 6,000 attendees. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid emphasized the summit as a platform for shaping future governance and promoting international cooperation.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid stated that the future is a shared responsibility, highlighting the importance of strategic partnerships in empowering governments to face future challenges and seize opportunities. He expressed pride in the UAE Government Knowledge Exchange Programme, noting its global impact and the graduation of distinguished leaders from 33 countries as evidence of successful collaboration.
Sheikh Mohammed expressed aspirations to expand these programmes, reinforcing the UAE's role as a model for international partnerships. He emphasized the exchange of best practices and expertise to support global governments in adopting innovative approaches for a better future.
The graduation ceremony was attended by Abdulla Nasser Lootah, Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Competitiveness and Knowledge Exchange. It marked the graduation of the second cohort of the Global Government Leadership Programme, featuring 28 graduates, a collaborative effort between the Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Leadership Development (MBRCLD) and the Government Experience Exchange Programme.
The event also celebrated the first cohorts of several international leadership programmes. These included participants from Bermuda, Malta, Kyrgyzstan, Seychelles, Kazakhstan, Maldives, Ethiopia, Brunei, Uzbekistan, and Colombia, showcasing a diverse array of global leadership development initiatives.
