The UAE’s ongoing push for administrative excellence reached a new milestone as Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the latest government performance rankings this Sunday.
Top Performers Lead the Way
Three departments stood out for their outstanding achievements in reducing administrative barriers:
These departments received recognition for implementing streamlined processes and delivering improved public services.
Room for Enhancement
The assessment also identified departments requiring improvement:
- Emirates Post
- Pensions Authority
- Ministry of Sports
Sheikh Mohammed offered direct guidance to these organisations, emphasising that administrative systems can be transformed through decisive action within days.
Measuring Success
“We launched an evaluation to assess the responsiveness of these entities, delivering better services, higher efficiency, and an easier life for people,” Sheikh Mohammed stated via social media.
Historical Context
This evaluation continues the UAE’s tradition of public sector accountability. Previous initiatives include:
- The UAE Mystery Shopper app launch (2020)
- Regular performance reviews of government service centres
- Customer satisfaction monitoring
- Implementation of mystery shopper programmes
Forward-Looking Approach
The initiative, launched in late 2023, represents the UAE government’s dedication to administrative excellence. Sheikh Mohammed highlighted how traditional bureaucracy can transform simple procedures into complex ones, emphasising the need for innovation and efficiency in government services.
This assessment reinforces the UAE’s commitment to maintaining high standards in public service delivery while fostering transparency and accountability across all government sectors.
The rankings serve as both recognition for high-performing departments and motivation for improvement where needed, supporting the UAE’s vision for world-class government services.
Note: This article reflects the latest developments in the UAE’s government efficiency programme as of February 2025.





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