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Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi
Research Briefing · Generated 2026-05-24 · Confidential
Executive Summary
Appointed to the Board of Directors of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in March 2017. Member of the Board's Management Committee and Board Audit Committee. Director General of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), an independent institution established by the Abu Dhabi government in 1971. Brings over 30 years of experience and expertise in finance, infrastructure, and leadership. Majorly contributed to ADFD's expansion with the Fund disbursing more than AED 216 billion to 106 countries. Spearheaded the Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX) in 2019 to expand the export sector. Made major strides in clean energy under his stewardship. In 2024, ADFD became the first organisation from MENA region to receive the UN Small Island Developing States Partnerships Award. Recognized as one of Forbes Middle East's Sustainability Leaders in 2024. Vice Chairman of Arab Bank for Investment and Foreign Trade (Al Masraf). Deputy Governor on the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). Board member at Emirates Development Bank, DP World, and Al Jazira Sports and Cultural Club.
Current Board Positions
| Company | Ticker | Role | Since | Sector |
|---|
| First Abu Dhabi Bank |
FAB |
Director Independent |
— |
Financials |
Career History
| Category | Entries |
|---|
| Previous Employers | Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, Abu Dhabi Exports Office |
| Key Roles | Board Member, Director General, Vice Chairman, Deputy Governor |
| Sectors | banking, finance, infrastructure, development, export |
| GCC-Listed Boards | FAB, Emirates Development Bank, DP World |
| Government Entities | Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, Abu Dhabi Exports Office |
| International Boards | Arab Bank for Investment and Foreign Trade, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Al Jazira Sports and Cultural Club |
Professional Profile
| Education | Bachelor's degree in business administration from California Baptist University in the United States |
| Universities | California Baptist University |
| Gender | Male |
Remuneration
| Year | Company | Total Fees |
|---|
| 2024 |
First Abu Dhabi Bank |
3,000,000 |
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