Here’s a comprehensive overview about Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubai and Vice President & Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), along with insights into his royal family:

👑 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Born: July 15, 1949
Titles:

  • Ruler of Dubai (since 2006)

  • Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE (since 2006)

  • Head of the House of Al Maktoum (ruling family of Dubai since 1833)

🌳 Al Maktoum Royal Family Background

  • Belongs to the Al Bu Falasah branch of the Bani Yas tribal confederation, originally from the Liwa Oasis region.

  • The House of Al Maktoum has ruled Dubai since 1833, playing a key role in transforming Dubai into a global city.

🏛️ Political & Economic Legacy

  • Architect of “Dubai’s modernization”, credited with mega-projects like:

    • Burj Khalifa

    • Palm Jumeirah

    • Dubai Metro

    • Dubai Internet & Media City

  • Founder of Emirates Airline, Dubai Holding, and DP World.

  • Introduced bold governance initiatives like:

    • The UAE Vision 2021

    • Smart government services

    • Ministry of Happiness, AI, and Tolerance

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Immediate Family

Wives:

  1. Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum (Senior Wife, married in 1979)

  2. Formerly married to Princess Haya bint Al Hussein (Jordanian royal, separated in 2019)

  3. Other marriages reported, including to Zoe Grigorakos (unconfirmed publicly)

Children (20+ reported)

Most prominent children include:

Sons:

  • Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed (1981–2015) – Former heir, died young

  • Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed (“Fazza”) – Crown Prince of Dubai, b. 1982

  • Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed – Deputy Ruler of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance, b. 1983

  • Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed – Chairman of Dubai Media Council, b. 1987

  • Sheikh Majid, Sheikh Saeed, Sheikh Mansoor – active in sports, equestrian, and cultural arenas

Daughters:

  • Sheikha Latifa – Involved in equestrian sports; faced global headlines for a failed escape in 2018

  • Sheikha Mahra – Known for her public profile and fashion; recently divorced

  • Sheikha Maryam, Sheikha Hessa, Sheikha Shamsa – hold philanthropic and symbolic roles

🏇 Interests & Personal Life

  • A poet under the pen name “Fazza”

  • Passionate about horse racing, endurance riding, and Arabic literature

  • Founder of Godolphin Stables and Dubai World Cup (world’s richest horse race)

  • Patron of Dubai Cares, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation, and Knowledge Foundation

📸 Public Image

  • Promotes himself as a visionary Arab reformer

  • Often appears in public with his sons, especially Crown Prince Hamdan

  • Balances traditional royal values with a globalized business image

🏰 Family Palace and Headquarters

  • Zabeel Palace, Dubai – primary royal residence

  • Madinat Jumeirah – a site often used for diplomatic and royal events

  • Offices at Emirates Towers and Dubai Ruler’s Court

📋 Summary Family Structure

Relationship Name Key Role / Info
Patriarch Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Ruler of Dubai & UAE Prime Minister
Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Heir apparent; groomed for leadership
Deputy Ruler Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed Finance Minister & strategic planner
Deputy Ruler Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Economic & social affairs portfolio
Other children Sheikhas & Sheikhs (Hessa, Rashid, Latifa, Maryam, Shaikha) Various roles in business, charity & diplomacy
Notable daughters (later marriage) Sheikha Maitha, Sheikha Mahra Sports pioneer; philanthropy & royal lineage focus

🌐 Modern Relevance & Succession Plans

  • Sheikh Hamdan (“the future face”) and his brother Sheikh Maktoum (“the finance brain”) are gradually assuming strategic roles in Dubai’s statecraft.

  • Public controversies involving Princess Mahra, Haya, Latifa, and Shamsa have brought global attention and scrutiny.

 

 

 

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