Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi is the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah since 2008 and Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council. He brings extensive experience in public administration, infrastructure management, and strategic governance to his current roles.

In his capacity as Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council, he has been instrumental in policymaking and strategic governance, supporting initiatives that emphasize education, culture, and sustainable development. He supervises the implementation of the Emirate's development plans, and contributes to devising its general policies in various domains so as to establish its position as a cultural, heritage, social, economic, industrial and tourism center.

Career history

• Head of Al Diwan Al Amiri
• Chairman of the Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority
• Chairman of Al-Shaab Club
• Deputy Ruler of Sharjah (2008–present)
• Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (current)

What Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem Al Qasimi could bring to his current role as Deputy Ruler and Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council: His extensive track record in managing critical infrastructure through his tenure as Chairman of the Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority positions him to drive sustainable development initiatives across the emirate. His background in royal office management as Head of Al Diwan Al Amiri, combined with his policymaking expertise in the Executive Council, equips him to advance Sharjah's strategic agenda across economic diversification, cultural preservation, and institutional governance. His demonstrated commitment to education and sustainable development aligns with contemporary governmental priorities in the UAE.