UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has appointed Shayma Yousef Alawadhi as the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Her responsibilities will focus on Labour Market Regulation and Development. The appointment was formalized through a recent Federal Decree issued by the President. Alawadhi’s new role positions her as a key figure in shaping and overseeing the UAE’s labour policies. This move underscores the nation’s commitment to developing a robust and regulated labour market. The decree did not specify a previous role held by Alawadhi, but highlights the importance placed on expertise in labour market dynamics. This appointment aligns with the UAE’s broader economic diversification and nationalization strategies.