Ali Alalkeem Al Zaabi currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Al Dhafra Petroleum and Al Yasat Petroleum, two pioneering upstream companies committed to unlocking the undeveloped oil and gas potential in both offshore and onshore concession areas of the UAE. Prior to holding this position, Mr Al Zaabi advanced within the ADNOC Group of companies, excelling in influential leadership positions across the ADNOC Onshore and Offshore companies, demonstrating his expertise at the Vice President and Senior Vice President levels. Mr. Al Zaabi’s vast experience spans strategic planning, operational oversight, financial governance, stakeholder engagement, and risk management. He has directed major field development programs, drilling strategies, and HSE initiatives, all ensuring alignment with ADNOC’s 2030 strategy and global best practices. Mr Al Zaabi’s strategic vision and pace-setting leadership style are underpinned by an industry-leading education, including an MSc in International Business from Zayed University, Abu Dhabi and a BSc in Petroleum Engineering from Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, positioning him as a key driver of growth and innovation in the energy sector.