Sheikh Mohammed appoints new Dubai Health Authority chief

Dubai - Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid, Crown Prince of Dubai, took to Twitter to make the announcement.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has appointed a new Director-General at Dubai Health Authority (DHA).

Taking to Twitter to make the announcement, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid, Crown Prince of Dubai, stated that Awad Saghir Al Ketbi has been appointed to the post.

Sheikh Hamdan also said that the Dubai Ruler approved a decision to appoint Dr Alawi AlSheikh Ali as Deputy Director of the authority.

He wished them all success in their new positions and added, “Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid believes in the importance of involving the youth to help steer and revitalise Dubai Government operations, with complete confidence in the ability of our young national talents to bear this responsibility."

Sheikh Hamdan also paid tribute to Humaid Al Qatami, former Director-General of DHA. “Humaid Al Qutami is one of the most loyal men to his nation," he said. "We thank him for his vast efforts and contributions over the years. We wish him continued success.”

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