Abu Dhabi ruler projects stability by naming eldest son as crown prince

Abu Dhabi's ruler has named his eldest son, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan, as the new crown prince, projecting stability and continuity in the oil-rich capital and leader of the seven-emirate federation.

March 31, 2023 . 6:34 AM

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Abu Dhabi's new crown prince is Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan.
Speculation was rife about whether Sheikh Khaled would become crown prince or whether Sheikh Mohammed would opt for one of his more experienced brothers.
Sheikh Khaled is a graduate of Georgetown university and a deputy national security adviser.
His rise through the ranks has stretched across key sectors of the economy, security and energy.
MBZ is expected to rule for years to come, but the appointment of the crown prince reflected a devolving of some power as he focused on the presidency.