The UAE Government Strategy 2011-2013 strives to ensure that all Government work is conducted according to a set of guiding principles that puts citizens first and promotes an accountable, lean, innovative, and forward-looking Government. The seven general principles that will steer Government work are as follows:
- Enhance the role of Federal Entities in devising effective regulations and integrated policies by successful planning and enforcement.
- Enhance effective coordination and cooperation among Federal Entities and with Local Governments.
- Focus on delivering high-quality, customer-centric and integrated government services.
- Invest in human resource capabilities and develop leaders.
- Promote efficient resource management within Federal Entities and leverage dynamic partnerships.
- Pursue a culture of excellence through strategic thinking, continuous performance improvement, and superior results.
- Enhance transparency and accountable governance mechanisms throughout Federal Entities.
The seven strategic priorities are the themes that define the priorities of the UAE Government over the coming three years:
- Cohesive Society and Preserved Identity .
- First-Rate Education System.
- World-Class Healthcare .
- Competitive Knowledge Economy.
- Safe Public and Fair Judiciary.
- Sustainable Environment and Infrastructure.
- Strong Global Standing.
The seven strategic enablers direct how the machinery of the UAE Government must operate in order to fulfill its strategic priorities:
- Skilled Human Capital.
- Customer-Centric Service.
- Efficient Financial Management.
- Good Institutional Governance.
- Dynamic Government Networks.
- Effective Legislative Process and Integrated Policy-Making.
- Effective Government Communication.