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Al Etihad
10 hours ago
- General
- Al Etihad
Abdullah bin Zayed receives participants of 12th National Defence Course
4 June 2025 11:12 ABU DHABI (WAM) His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a delegation comprising participants of the 12th National Defence Course 2024–2025, in the presence of Staff Brigadier Saeed Hassan Mohamed Alyammahi, Commandant of the National Defence Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed welcomed the delegation and was briefed on the course's educational and training programme, which aims to equip participants with advanced scientific and intellectual Highness was also introduced to the college's innovative academic curricula, designed to enhance participants' competencies and capabilities through developing their skills in research, analysis, assessment, and the formulation and implementation of strategic plans that serve the UAE's national interests and higher Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed affirmed that the National Defence College is a strategic academic institution in the UAE, expressing pride in its continued progress across various domains and the prominent achievements that bolster national gains and support comprehensive, sustainable Highness also praised the efforts of the college's administrative and teaching staff and commended the participants' commitment to acquiring advanced and modern knowledge. For their part, the delegation members expressed their pride in meeting His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and extended their gratitude to the UAE's wise leadership for the substantial support provided to the college, enabling it to fulfil its national mission.
Dubai Eye
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan chairs Defence Council meeting
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to strengthening defence capabilities and fostering national leadership. Chairing a meeting of the Defence Council, Sheikh Hamdan stressed the importance of unity, strategic planning and teamwork in advancing the leadership's vision for a modern and fully prepared defence system. He also praised the continued support of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, commending his dedication to equipping the nation's forces with advanced technologies and systems. The meeting focused on enhancing military and institutional strategies, and improving capabilities across various Ministry departments. His Highness also visited the National Defence College in Abu Dhabi, where he was welcomed by senior officials and briefed on the college's academic programmes for both military and civilian personnel. During his tour, Sheikh Hamdan met with officers enrolled in the 12th National Defence Course, discussing their progress and reaffirming support for excellence in national service. He highlighted the College's role as a key institution in preparing future leaders to protect national achievements and tackle emerging challenges through strategic thinking and collaboration between military and civilian sectors. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 20, 2025
Al Etihad
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Hamdan bin Mohammed chairs Defence Council meeting
20 May 2025 20:02 DUBAI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, chaired a meeting of the Defence Council, where he stressed the importance of strengthening efforts, fostering teamwork, and deepening collaboration to release the leadership's vision for advancing the UAE's defence capabilities. His Highness praised the steadfast support of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and his commitment to equipping all units with cutting-edge defence systems and technologies, ensuring their full readiness to serve the meeting focused on ways to strengthen military and institutional strategies while emphasising the importance of developing and enhancing capabilities across the Ministry's various departments. Visit to the National Defence College His Highness also visited the National Defence College in Abu Dhabi. Upon arrival, he was received by Brigadier General Saeed Hassan Al Yamahi, Commander of the National Defence College, along with several senior officials. He was briefed on the College's academic programmes offered to both military and civilian personnel, and its curriculum designed to develop future national leaders. During the visit, His Highness also met with officers enrolled in the 12th National Defence Course (2024–2025), discussing their academic experience and reaffirming the leadership's support for excellence in all fields of national Highness affirmed that the National Defence College is a leading academic and strategic institution, crucial to preparing national leaders with the insight and skills to make informed decisions, protect national achievements, and navigate future challenges. He also praised its role in advancing strategic thinking and fostering cooperation between the military and civilian establishments. His Highness was accompanied by His Mohamed bin Mubarak bin Fadhel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence Affairs, Lieutenant General Engineer Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces; and Lieutenant General Ibrahim Nasser Al Alawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defence; along with senior officers and officials from the Ministry.
Observer
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Observer
Academy for Strategic and Defence Studies website launched
MUSCAT: The Academy for Strategic and Defence Studies held its 2025 annual gathering at Al Shafaq Club of the Sultan's Armed Forces. The event was held under the auspices of HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs. On this occasion, HH Sayyid Shihab launched the academy's official website ( and reviewed its key electronic services, designed to support academic, scientific and strategic research. HH Sayyid Shihab commended the academy's national role and praised the efforts of its leadership in achieving its objectives. He urged the participants of the 12th National Defence Course and the 38th Leadership and Staff Course to continue developing plans, policies and systems that enhance the academy's academic framework and keep pace with evolving educational and strategic advancements. The event was attended by the Commandant of the Academy for Strategic and Defence Studies, the Commandant of the National Defence College, the Commandant of the Joint Command and Staff College, the Head of the Centre for Strategic and Defence Studies, senior officers, strategic advisers, academic representatives and participants of the 12th National Defence Course and the 38th Leadership and Staff Course. - ONA
