HE Huda AlHashimi

Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Strategic Affairs

Huda AlHashimi holds the post of Assistant Director General for Strategy & Innovation, overseeing the Strategy & Policy Sector and Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Government Innovation, at the Prime Minister’s Office in the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs and Future. Her main role is to ensure the successful execution of the UAE Vision 2021 and National Innovation Strategy by developing, coordinating, reviewing and monitoring federal policies, as well ensuring effective and timely planning and delivery of the UAE government’s strategic outcomes. In addition, Mrs. AlHashimi is responsible for the launch of the Government Accelerators, the world's first Accelerator focusing on the rapid delivery of high priority government programs following a unique and innovative approach. Huda is also responsible for leading the setup and running of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Government Innovation, which was established to stimulate and enrich the culture of innovation within the government sector through the development of an integrated innovation framework. She is also an active member of the UAE Gender Balance Council.

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