The cabinet reshuffle announced by Dubai Ruler, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum (MBR) on 11 February made headlines for restructuring government – with fewer ministries but more ministers – and introducting some interesting new posts: the UAE now has ministers for happiness, tolerance and youth. Below the surface was a further shift towards Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan (MBZ) who is projecting ever more influence across the federation. Several promotions involve officials drawn from MBZ creations Mubadala Development Company and renewable energy giant Masdar.
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