| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh |
| Profession | Politician, Businessman |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 5' 8" (172 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Politics | |
| Awards, Honours | • ABANA Achievement Award (2017) • London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF), Honorary master's degree Award (2019)  |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | Year, 1962 |
| Age (as of 2025) | 63 Years |
| Birthplace | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Nationality | Emirati |
| Hometown | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| College/University | Lewis & Clark College, Oregon, United States |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Arts in Economics (1983) |
| Religion | Islam |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Ahmed Al Sayegh
- Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh grew up in a Muslim family in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
- Ahmed Al Sayegh began his career with key roles in state-owned entities, including Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in 1980s.
- He was a founding board member of Etihad Airways and continues to serve on its board. He played a key role in establishing the UAE’s national airline in 2003 and has been influential in its development and expansion ever since.
- In 2004, he founded the real estate developer firm Aldar Properties. He served as the chairman of the company from 2004 to 2011.
- Meanwhile, he also founded Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) and spearheaded renewable energy initiatives.
- In September 2018, Ahmed Al Sayegh was appointed as the Minister of State with a focus on economic, trade, and commercial affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- He has served as the Managing Director of Dolphin Energy, where he handled Qatar’s North Field gas pipeline delivering 2 billion scf per day to the UAE & Oman.
- Ahmed has held senior positions at ADNOC and Abu Dhabi Investment Company, Invest AD.
- He has also served as the Deputy Chairman of First Gulf Bank and Chairman (now Executive Chairman) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the financial centre for Abu Dhabi. During his tenure as the Chairman of Abu Dhabi Global Market, Ahmed developed Abu Dhabi into a premier international financial hub.
Ahmed Al Sayegh addressing the Board Members as the Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Global Market
- Sayegh was a founding board member of Mubadala Development Company.
- Ahmed has served as the co-chairman of the UAE–UK Business Council.
Ahmed Al Sayegh during a meeting
- On 17 January 2023, Ahmed hosted Tonga’s Prime Minister in Abu Dhabi during Sustainability Week. Together, they explored renewable energy, climate collaboration, and the COP28 agenda.
- He represented the UAE at the 9th ACS Summit in Guatemala on 13 May 2023, where he emphasised climate action, energy security, and multilateral partnerships.
- On 7 September 2023, Ahmed Al Sayegh led the UAE delegation at the 157th GCC Ministerial Council meeting in Riyadh which focused on regional cooperation and international dialogue.
- On 8 November 2023, Sayegh held talks with Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan, strengthening UAE–Armenia relations and economic development.
- He met with the Omani Minister on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference in Muscat to discuss bilateral cooperation on 16 February 2025.
- Ahmed played an active role in G‐20 diplomacy, including advocating collaborative strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic. He served as UAE Sherpa for the G20.
- He has headed key agendas at gatherings like GCC‑Japan ministerial forums and ACS Ministerial Council meetings.
- Ahmed Al Sayegh has served on the Boards of numerous institutions, including Abu Dhabi Investment Company, Al Jazira Investment, ADNOC, Abu Dhabi National Insurance, Abu Dhabi Development Fund, Abu Dhabi Water & Electricity Authority, Abu Dhabi Ship Building Company, Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company, Tawazun (formerly UAE Offsets Group), Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, Abu Dhabi Education Council, and Abu Dhabi Media.
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