The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) has officially concluded the “Field Visits to Financial Institutions” programme, a key component of its Leaders of Finance initiative carried out in partnership with several local finance departments, international financial institutions, and the Federal Youth Authority.
The programme aims to empower young Emirati talent, providing them with practical, hands-on exposure to the country’s financial ecosystem and strengthening the pipeline of future fiscal leaders.
Hands-On Exposure to Public Finance Functions
Held between 17 and 20 November, the programme’s second phase included visits to the Dubai and Abu Dhabi Departments of Finance, the World Bank Group, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
Participants gained real-world insights into advanced public finance practices—covering budget preparation, government revenue management, financial controls, development finance, and macro-fiscal policy.
The week-long agenda helped deepen participants’ understanding of how global best practices are applied within the UAE, enhancing their analytical and decision-making capabilities within the public finance sector.
Building Competent Future Leaders
H.E. Younis Haji Al Khoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, highlighted the strategic value of the programme:
“The Leaders of Finance field visits programme reaffirms the Ministry’s commitment to developing a new generation of financial leaders who can bridge theory and practice.”
He emphasized that the programme creates a strong platform for Emirati youth to engage directly with federal, local, and international institutions, giving them the skills and awareness needed to contribute to sustainable economic growth.
Al Khoori also noted that the initiative aligns with the objectives of the Year of Community, by investing in young talent and preparing them to contribute meaningfully to the UAE’s long-term development agenda.
Strengthening Public Finance Capabilities
During the Abu Dhabi visit, H.E. Buthaina Al Mazrouei, Director General of Government Financial Affairs at the Department of Finance, stated:
“We are committed to empowering youth and building their capacities within the government financial management system.”
She explained that the Department showcased its advanced operating model—covering general budget preparation, programme-and-performance budgeting, treasury systems, and government accounts—reflecting the emirate’s approach to financial governance.
Al Mazrouei added that Abu Dhabi’s financial system increasingly integrates AI and advanced analytics, enhancing planning capabilities and providing young professionals with a practical platform to understand the role of public finance in resource sustainability and expenditure efficiency.
From Dubai, Arif Abdulrahman Ahli, Executive Director of the Planning and General Budget Sector, affirmed the Department’s support for youth development, stressing the importance of sharing expertise in budgeting, resource planning, and expenditure management to prepare the UAE’s next generation of fiscal decision-makers.
International Institutions Back Youth Empowerment
Safaa El-Tayeb El-Kogali, Division Director for the GCC at the World Bank, called the Young Financial Advisors Program “a powerful investment in the next generation of Emirati leaders,” aligning with the UAE National Youth Agenda 2031.
Similarly, Abdullah Jafri, Regional Director for GCC Affairs at IFC, emphasized that exposing youth to IFC’s work helps connect national talent with global best practices and strengthens financial capabilities that support sustainable development.
Developing a Future-Ready Financial Workforce
Through combined classroom learning and real-world exposure, the Field Visits Programme strengthens participants’ strategic thinking, financial literacy, and leadership skills. It equips them to contribute more effectively to the UAE’s competitiveness, fiscal governance, and long-term economic development.
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