Full text of UAE strategy

Following is the full text of the UAE Federal Government Strategy announced today by His Highness Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice-President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.The launching ceremony was graced by President H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and other UAE leaders. The strategy focuses on the following six sectors including 21 topics.

Preface

I am pleased to present this document which highlights the overall direction of the UAE Government Strategy for the next three years, and heralds a new phase of governance.At this point in time we should pause for a moment and pay tribute to the founding fathers of the United Arab Emirates for their great efforts in developing the country and endowing us with high standards of living.Their efforts call on us to continue to build on their achievements, overcome the challenges facing our nation, and communicate the positive changes being implemented throughout the country in all different aspects.The passage of time, change in perceptions have enticed us to think differently and adopt International Best Practices (IBP) in all areas of governance.A strategy is therefore needed to take us to the next level. A strategy that will combine our efforts and talents within a clear, manageable framework.A strategy that sets precise goals, based on thorough research and indisputable facts, that will integrate federal and local efforts to achieve the best results.This strategy is based on H.H Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed AI Nahyan's National Program established in December 2005. The objective of this document mirrors the goals outlined within the National Program - to achieve sustainable development and maintain high standards of living.Six ministerial teams, comprising 16 ministers, various workgroups, and several government officials have participated in drawing up this strategy, which is divided into six major areas. This strategy is first and foremost executable as it is thorough, stems from reality and is built around the needs and aspirations of the nation.This Strategy is a living document which paves the general direction towards the future we all aspire to, and is therefore flexible and adjustable if need be.The major challenge ahead is in achieving our set targets, we will therefore ensure that proper monitoring mechanisms are in place to evaluate the implementation Do know that you are the sole owners of this strategy and its success lies within your hands. May Allah help us and guide us in achieving the best for our country.Introduction Since the foundation of the Federation, the UAE's leadership has spared no effort in developing its human resources and reinforcing its economic growth, resulting in numerous achievements in different fields.To bolster these developments, and keep up-to-date with scientific and technological breakthroughs, however, there is a need to maximize efforts and introduce radical changes to the existing practices within the UAE Government.Based on the National Program, announced by H. H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed AI Nahyan during the 34th anniversary of the Federation, the Cabinet has formulated a comprehensive strategy for the UAE Government. This strategy covers six major areas, as follows 1/Social Development.2/Economic Development 3/Government Sector Development 4/Justice and Safety 5/Infrastructure 6/Rural Areas Developments This document highlights the main aspects of this strategy, the direction of public policies, and includes samples of selected initiatives from within the six areas listed above.The Ministries are tasked with formulating programs and work plans based on these policies, and implementing them in accordance with specified standards and a clear timeframe.General principles The UAE Government Strategy aims to achieve sustainable and balanced development and ensure continued quality and high standards of living. The general principles ofthe strategy are as follows: - Maintain continuous cooperation between Federal and local authorities - Revitalize the regulatory and policy making role of the ministries, and improve decision making mechanisms - Increase the efficiency of governmental bodies, and upgrade the level of services through focusing on customer needs - Develop civil service regulations and human resources, focusing on competence, effective Emiratization and leadership training - Empower Ministries to manage their activities inline with public and joint policies - Review and upgrade legislations and regulations. Source WAM