Abu dhabi: The Ministry of Defence today launched the ‘Ready’ programme, which aims to prepare and qualify an elite group of future leaders from among officers and civilians, equipping them with modern leadership and strategic skills that meet the requirements of the coming stage. The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance leadership readiness and address future challenges through education and skills development.
According to Emirates News Agency, the launch took place under the patronage and in the presence of Mohamed bin Mubarak bin Fadhel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence Affairs. Also in attendance were Lieutenant General Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the Armed Force, Lieutenant General Ibrahim Nasser Al Alawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defence, along with a number of senior officers and officials in the ministry.
The programme reflects the Ministry of Defence’s commitment to enhancing leadership readiness, considering this a fundamental pillar for addressing future challenges. The programme’s launch aligns with the rapid transformations in the work environment and aims to strengthen the efficiency of the military institution.
The ‘Ready’ programme is the result of intensive efforts made by the Executive Office at the Ministry of Defence to develop an integrated model for preparing a new generation of leaders endowed with innovative, unconventional capabilities and skills in strategic planning. This initiative is seen as a significant step towards achieving sustainable institutional excellence.