Abdulaziz Mohammed Faraj Al Mulla Appointed Director General of Federal Tax Authority

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has issued a Federal Decree appointing Abdulaziz Mohammed Faraj Al Mulla as Director General of the Federal Tax Authority.

The appointment carries the rank of Ministry Undersecretary.

Extensive Experience in Financial Governance

Abdulaziz Al Mulla brings more than 20 years of professional experience in:

• Financial management

• Investment strategy

• Economic governance

• Public policy development

• Tax coordination

He previously served as:

• Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Investment Fund

• Executive Director of the Dubai Financial Support Fund

He also coordinated tax affairs within the Government of Dubai, strengthening fiscal oversight and regulatory frameworks.

Academic and Leadership Credentials

Al Mulla is a graduate of the Mohammed bin Rashid Programme for Leadership Development and holds:

• Executive MBA from Georgetown University

• Master’s degree in Law from Paris II Panthéon-Assas University

• Master’s degree in Big Data and Business Analytics

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

His background reflects a blend of legal, financial and analytical expertise aligned with the evolving demands of fiscal governance.

Strategic Importance of the Role

The Federal Tax Authority plays a central role in overseeing the UAE’s tax framework, including VAT and corporate tax compliance.

Leadership continuity and institutional strengthening remain critical as businesses increasingly align operations with regulatory standards - particularly in areas connected to corporate structuring and business setup in dubai.

Al Mulla’s appointment signals continued focus on:

• Tax policy implementation

• Regulatory compliance

• Fiscal transparency

• Economic competitiveness

Looking Ahead

With extensive experience in financial systems, taxation and governance, Abdulaziz Al Mulla is expected to support the UAE’s broader economic strategy while enhancing regulatory efficiency within the tax authority.

His appointment reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening fiscal oversight and institutional leadership as the UAE’s economic framework continues to evolve.