<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Ghanem Butti Al Mazrouei is one of the prominent figures in the United Arab Emirates, as he was appointed as Director of the Office of the President of the State for Strategic Affairs in the Presidential Court. His appointment to this position reflects the great confidence that the UAE leadership places in him, and highlights his pivotal role in formulating and implementing the country’s strategic policies. </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:710/532;" src="https://cdn.alweb.com/thumbs/mnhowa/article/fit710x532/%D9%85%D9%86-%D9%87%D9%88-%D8%BA%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%85-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B2%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%B9%D9%8A.jpg" alt="Who is Ghanem Al Mazrouei?" ></figure><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187,48%,51%);">Distinguished educational and professional background</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Ghanem Al Mazrouei obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Finance from Suffolk University in Boston, USA, in 1998.<br> He also obtained a Master’s degree in Finance and Economics from Boston University in the United States in 2000. This strong academic background helped him build a successful career in various fields, including management, engineering, and economics. </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:900/500;" src="https://uae71.com/File/2018/Images/posts/e9fc5547695722ff98d80f569bd239736de4cd80" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Prior to his current appointment, Al Mazrouei held several important positions, including Secretary General of the UAE National Competitiveness Council (NAFES), a program that aims to prepare and qualify national talent to work in the private sector. Through this role, Al Mazrouei contributed to enhancing the UAE’s economic competitiveness and developing national talent to be able to compete in the global market. He will continue his work in this position in addition to his new position.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> He also held the position of Director of Finance at Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and Senior Vice President of Support Services at Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Oil Operations.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> He is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Qualifications Authority, Abu Dhabi Securities Market, Dubai Retirement Pensions and Benefits Fund, and Arabtec Holding Company since 2016. He served as a member of the Board of Trustees of ADNOC Schools, in addition to many important positions through which he worked on distinguished projects through which he sought to support and develop economic and social development in the United Arab Emirates.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187,48%,51%);">Office of the President for Strategic Affairs</span></h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> On September 11, 2024, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, issued a federal decree appointing Ghanem Al Mazrouei as Director of the Office of the President of the State for Strategic Affairs at the Presidential Court, with the rank of Undersecretary. This new office aims to provide strategic support to the President of the State, and ensure the efficient and effective implementation of national policies and initiatives.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187,48%,51%);">Strategic vision</span> </h3><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:457/640;" src="https://media.alittihad.ae/store/archive/image/2024/9/11/67fc3960-caa6-4f78-986c-80f94d890906.jpeg?width=689" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Ghanem Al Mazrouei has a clear strategic vision that aims to enhance <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://news.sbisiali.com/news/article/uae-sends-air-ambulance-to-emirati-woman-in-oman">the UAE’s</a> position on the international stage. Through his position, he works to develop policies and initiatives that contribute to achieving sustainable development goals and promoting innovation and technology in various sectors. He also focuses on enhancing international cooperation and strategic partnerships with other countries to achieve common interests.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> During his tenure at the UAE Competitiveness Council, Al Mazrouei has achieved many accomplishments that have contributed to enhancing <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://news.sbisiali.com/news/article/discover-the-wonders-of-the-emirates-top-tourist-destinations-to-explore">the UAE’s</a> economic competitiveness. Among these accomplishments is the development of advanced training programs aimed at qualifying national cadres to work in vital sectors such as technology and innovation. He has also contributed to launching initiatives aimed at supporting entrepreneurs and start-ups, which enhances the business environment in the country. </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:700/400;" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1qoRFC.img?w=700&h=400&m=6&x=231&y=103&s=188&d=188" alt="Ghanem Al Mazrouei, Director of the UAE President’s Office for Strategic Affairs" ></figure><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Ghanem Butti Al Mazrouei is a strategic leader with a clear vision and extensive experience in multiple fields. Through his position as Director of the Office of the President for Strategic Affairs, he plays a pivotal role in formulating and implementing policies that contribute to achieving the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://ar.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA">UAE’s</a> future vision. Thanks to his efforts and achievements, Al Mazrouei remains a symbol of dedication and innovation in serving the nation.</p>