Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has approved a restructuring of the Federal Government.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced on Tuesday the new cabinet following consultations with the President.

Under the reshuffle, Shamma bint Suhail Al Mazrouei has been appointed Minister of Community Development while Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi has been appointed as Minister of Culture and Youth.

Maryam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, Secretary General of the Cabinet, has now become Minister of State in the UAE government.