Abdullah Bin Zayed Chairs AGDA Board Meeting To Set Strategy For 2027–2029
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan chaired a meeting of the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy’s Board of Trustees, where members approved key priorities for the coming years. The Board discussed how the Academy would enhance its academic offer, expand partnerships, and increase its regional and international impact.
Board members examined the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy strategic plan for 2027–2029, which places strong emphasis on academic excellence and institutional growth. The plan focuses on strengthening global partnerships, supporting advanced training and research, and ensuring the Academy remains aligned with evolving diplomatic needs.
The meeting gathered Board members Dr. Anwar Gargash, Zaki Nusseibeh, Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri, Nadhim Zahawi, Nasser Judeh, Badr Jafar, Rima Al Mokarrab, Yasser Hareb, and youth representative Majid Bin Zawbaa, alongside the Academy’s senior leadership.
| Name | Role / Title |
|---|---|
| H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan | Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chairman of AGDA Board |
| Dr. Anwar Gargash | Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, Deputy Chairman of the Board |
| Zaki Nusseibeh | Cultural Adviser to the UAE President |
| Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy | Minister of State for International Cooperation |
| Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi | Minister of Foreign Trade |
| Lana Zaki Nusseibeh | Minister of State |
| Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri | Minister of State |
| Nadhim Zahawi | Former UK's Secretary of State for Education |
| Nasser Judeh | Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Jordan |
| Badr Jafar | Special Envoy for Business and Philanthropy, CEO of Crescent Enterprises |
| Rima Al Mokarrab | Executive Director of Strategic Affairs, Executive Affairs Authority |
| Yasser Hareb | Media Producer, Presenter, Author |
| Majid Bin Zawbaa | Group Vice President - Strategic Accounts, ABB; Youth Representative |
| Nickolay Mladenov | Director-General, Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy |
| Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al Dhaheri | Deputy Director-General, Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy |
During the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy board discussions, members reviewed recent developments at the Academy and endorsed a range of priorities for the next phase. They examined proposals for new academic programmes, the expansion of training inside and outside the UAE, and measures to deepen cooperation with partners at local, regional and global levels.
The Board also considered plans to increase the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy international presence. Proposals included new student exchange initiatives, joint research projects, and hosting major events that support diplomatic dialogue, with the aim of contributing to regional and international policy discussions through informed debate.
The Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy continues to develop as a global diplomatic academic centre that prepares current and future diplomats and decision-makers. The Academy also works to raise public awareness of key regional and international issues, reflecting the priorities endorsed by the Board during the latest meeting.
With inputs from WAM
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