By Canadian Press

UAE leader designates his son as crown prince

Mar 29, 2023 | 12:01 PM

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the president of the United Arab Emirates, appointed his eldest son Khalid as crown prince of Abu Dhabi on Monday, placing him as next in line to take over as the leader of the federation.

After Sheikh Mohammed, who is commonly known as MBZ, ascended to the presidency last year, rumors swirled about whether he would make one of his brothers his heir, as has been tradition.

In that case, the front-runners would have been Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed, the powerful national security chief, Sheikh Mansour, the owner of the Manchester City football club, or the foreign minister, Sheikh Abdullah.

Sheikh Khalid was appointed chairman of the country’s intelligence agency in 2016.

The United Arab Emirates, a close U.S. ally, is best known as the home of Dubai, a major international hub for business and travel.

niche amenities

Trio of community park projects advancing in Nanaimo

8h ago

final farewell

Family, friends and fans to gather at memorial for former B.C. premier John Horgan

9h ago

holiday vibes

Grizzlies spoil Clippers' teddy bear toss night

15h ago

The Associated Press