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His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi is the Minister of Cabinet Affairs in the Federal Government of the United Arab Emirates. He is one of the figures who are closest to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of [[Dubai]].

Educational Background
HE Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi was born in [[Dubai]], where he completed his primary and secondary school education. In 1963 he attained a Bachelor of Science in Financial Management in Michigan, USA.

Political Background
Within a short period, Al Gergawi had held several key positions in Dubai. He is one of the leaders who were instrumental to Dubai’s rapid socio-economic and political progress, and resultant prosperity. Al Gergawi held the post of President of the Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. He was the first Secretary-General of the Executive Council in 2003, and was entrusted by His Highness to oversee several high profile projects and strategic initiatives in Dubai. These included spearheading the launch of the Dubai Strategy in 2007; supervising the development of the Dubai Government Excellence Award; and being the first Coordinator of the Dubai Shopping Festival, among other positions.

Federal Positions
Al Gergawi’s successful track record on the ground paved the way for higher positions of increased responsibility in the UAE Federal Government. In 2006 he assumed the post of Minister of Cabinet Affairs, in charge of the Secretariat of the Cabinet and the Prime Minister’s Office, which oversees the Federal Strategy and delivery of the Federal Government and various ministries. He subsequently became Vice President of the Ministerial Council for Services; Chairman of the Emirates Competitiveness Council; Vice Chairman of the Emirates Investment Authority and he spearheaded the launch of the UAE Government Leaders Program.

Notable Initiatives
In addition to the above-mentioned roles, Al Gergawi has been pivotal in the planning and implementation of several Dubai initiatives including Knowledge Village, Dubai Healthcare City, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Arab Management Award and Mohammed bin Rashid Program for Leadership Development.

Business Contributions
Al Gergawi has played a vital role in the growth of the business sector in the Emirate of Dubai, consolidating its position as a leading economic destination during his tenure as Chairman of the Senior Executive Board of Dubai Holding, from 2004 until the present day. He has also held the chairmanship of the Board of Directors of the Dubai Development and Investment Authority, and played a central role in the establishment of the Dubai International Financial Center and the Dubai Quality Award.

Scientific Contributions
In spite of his substantial responsibilities, Al Gergawi maintains an energetic passion for the scientific arena. He is a member of the UAEU Council and member of Abu Dhabi University's Board of Trustees. He is also an Honorary Fellow of the London Business College, and Founding President of the Dubai School of Government. Moreover, he played a decisive role in the establishment of the Dubai Institute for Human Resource Development. Media Contributions Al Gergawi has been notably active in advancing the media industry. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum assigned him to establish Dubai Media Incorporated. He supervised the establishment of the Dubai Press Club, the Arab Journalism Award, and chaired the Organizing Committee of the Arab Media Forum in 2001. His efforts in this field are exemplified by the success of two prominent endeavors, namely Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City.

Social Development Accomplishments
Al Gergawi has made great strides in elevating the level of social and community services in the UAE. He played a crucial part in the inception of the Dubai Autism Center, and chaired Al Ahli Sports Club. In addition, he is one of the founders of the UAE Disabled Sports Federation.

Regional Achievements
As an enthusiastic regional activist, Al Gergawi became the Founding Chairman of the Young Arab Leaders in 2004, and Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Arab Strategy Forum in 2006.

International Accomplishments Al Gergawi is a consistent delegate at the World Economic Forum in Davos, in addition to presiding over the meetings of the Global Agenda. He also chaired the session "World Economic Forum on Growth", held in China in 2007. Moreover, he was instrumental in the India Economic Summit in 2005 as Co-Chairman.

Awards & Recognition
In the UAE, the wider region and the world at large, Al Gergawi has been the recipient of numerous honors and recognitions. These include the Moroccan Royal Order of Merit, which was bestowed upon him by His Majesty King Mohammad VI of Morocco in 2005; and the American Business Award from the American Business Council in 2000, among others.

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