Mohammed bin Rashid Issues Decree to Form Dubai Humanitarian Authority Board

In his capacity as Ruler of the Emirate of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Decree No. (19) of 2026 forming the Board of Directors of the Dubai Humanitarian Authority, chaired by His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani.

The Board comprises Abdulla Abdul Rahman Al Shaibani as Vice Chairman, together with the members: Her Excellency Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Rashid Khalifa Belhoul, Dr. Enrique Steiger and Dr. Enver Moretti, in addition to the Authority's Chief Executive Officer. The Decree takes effect from the date of its issuance and shall be published in the Official Gazette.

Dubai Humanitarian is the largest humanitarian hub in the world. It was established in 2003 under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to support global relief efforts, in affirmation of the UAE's enduring approach to humanitarian action.

Dubai Humanitarian is the only humanitarian free zone hosting a diverse community that includes dozens of United Nations agencies, non-profit and non-governmental organisations, as well as commercial companies, whose roles combine to strengthen a highly effective system of humanitarian response to emergencies and crises across the various regions of the world.

Source: Emirates News Agency – WAM