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United Arab Emirates
Asia•3 Listed Leaders
Last Updated: 7/16/2026
Government Overview
A federation of seven emirates, each ruled by its own royal family, with Abu Dhabi's ruler as president.
Political & Constitutional Structure
Federal absolute monarchy
Current Heads of State & Government
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Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
President
Assumed Office: 5/14/2022
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Prime Minister
Assumed Office: 2/11/2006
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Lt. Gen. Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei
Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces
Assumed Office: 1/1/2023