Sheikh Mohammed Honours Al Muhairi’s Leadership with High Rank Promotion

The UAE Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has directed the promotion of Major General Tamim Al Muhairi to the distinguished rank of Lieutenant General, in recognition of his long standing service, exceptional leadership, and vital contributions to strengthening Dubai’s security framework.

The decision reflects Sheikh Mohammed’s continued commitment to honouring leaders who have demonstrated excellence, integrity, and dedication in safeguarding the emirate’s stability and supporting its strategic security vision.

A Career Marked by Service and Leadership

Lieutenant General Tamim Al Muhairi has played a central role in advancing Dubai’s security systems, overseeing critical initiatives that enhanced operational readiness, modernised policing capabilities, and reinforced public safety across the emirate. His leadership has been instrumental in developing innovative security strategies aligned with Dubai’s rapid growth and global standing.

Senior officials praised the promotion as a well deserved acknowledgment of Al Muhairi’s contributions, noting his ability to lead with professionalism, foresight, and a deep commitment to national service.

Strengthening Dubai’s Security Vision

The promotion aligns with Dubai’s broader strategy to:

•    Elevate security leadership across key institutions
•    Support continuous development of policing and protection systems
•    Encourage excellence within the emirate’s security forces
•    Ensure readiness to meet evolving regional and global challenges
Sheikh Mohammed’s decision underscores the importance of empowering leaders who uphold the highest standards of duty and responsibility.

A National Recognition

The elevation of Tamim Al Muhairi to Lieutenant General stands as a testament to his decades of service and the trust placed in him by the nation’s leadership. His new role is expected to further strengthen Dubai’s security framework and support ongoing efforts to maintain the emirate’s reputation as one of the safest cities in the world.