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society2 years ago

Jordan's Royal Wedding Unites Architect and Crown Prince

Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II of Jordan and Saudi architect Rajwa Alseif are set to be married in a palace wedding in Jordan. The couple's families have not disclosed how they met or provided any details about their courtship. The bride and groom are expected to become a power couple in the Middle East, forging a new bond between Jordan and Saudi Arabia. Crown Prince Hussein has been groomed to lead Jordan and has already begun his training, while Alseif is a US-educated architect with Arabian tribal roots.

politics2 years ago

UAE's Sheikh Mohammed appoints eldest son as Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi's ruler, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has named his eldest son, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as the new crown prince, projecting stability and ensuring a smooth succession in the UAE. The move comes as the country faces economic challenges due to the pandemic and declining oil prices. Sheikh Mohammed, who is also the deputy supreme commander of the UAE's armed forces, is widely seen as a key figure in the country's leadership.

politics2 years ago

UAE Leader Appoints Son as Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Breaking Tradition

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, president of the UAE and ruler of Abu Dhabi, has named his eldest son, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, as crown prince of Abu Dhabi and his likely successor as president of the second biggest Arab economy. The move comes 10 months after MBZ became president of the Persian Gulf nation after the death of his brother Sheikh Khalifa. MBZ also appointed his brother Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed as vice president of the UAE, a position he will share with the ruler of Dubai and Prime Minister of the UAE Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

politics2 years ago

UAE Leader Appoints Son as Crown Prince and Brothers to Top Roles

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has appointed his son, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as crown prince of Abu Dhabi, breaking from the tradition of passing leadership succession to another brother. He also elevated his brothers to top positions, consolidating power in Abu Dhabi and reaffirming the Al Nayhan rule. The move is seen as a jump towards the next generation and formalizes the leverage Abu Dhabi has over Dubai, but some observers disagree that it shifts power away from Dubai's ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

politics2 years ago

UAE Leader Appoints Eldest Son as Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the president of the United Arab Emirates, has appointed his eldest son Khaled as crown prince of Abu Dhabi, making him next in line to take over as the leader of the federation. The appointment of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as crown prince concentrates power within Sheikh Mohammed's immediate family, similar to Saudi Arabia's King Salman. Sheikh Khaled, 41, has risen to prominence at the country’s state security service and as chairman of the powerful Abu Dhabi Executive Office.

politics2 years ago

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed's Son Named Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has named his son, Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as the new Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, in a move that solidifies the succession plan for the royal family. The announcement was made on Twitter and comes after Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed's brother, Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, passed away earlier this year.

politics2 years ago

UAE Leader Appoints Son as Crown Prince and Elevates Other Royals

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has appointed his eldest son Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed as crown prince of Abu Dhabi, placing him next in line to take over as the leader of the federation. Three of his brothers were also appointed to top roles, including Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan as vice president of the UAE. The reshuffle comes after Abu Dhabi announced a reshuffle at the top of its two biggest state funds.