Dubai Civil Defence gets a new commander-in-chief

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Decree No. (34) of 2025 appointing Lieutenant General Rashid Thani Al Matrooshi as commander-in-chief of Dubai Civil Defense (DCD).

Sheikh Mohammed also issued Decision No. (26) of 2025 appointing Major General Jamal bin Aded Al Muhairi as deputy commander-in-chief of DCD. The decree and the decision are effective from the date of their issuance and will be published in the Official Gazette.

Furthermore, Sheikh Mohammed issued decisions promoting 6,247 personnel serving with law enforcement and entities concerned with public safety and security in Dubai, including the State Security Department in Dubai, Dubai Police, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, and the General Command of Dubai Civil Defense.