Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem
Case Notes
DP World CEO; unredacted by Congress as one of six hidden names in Epstein files
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, the 70-year-old CEO and chairman of DP World, was removed from his positions on February 13, 2026, following the public release of the Epstein files by the U.S. Department of Justice in late January 2026. The files revealed extensive correspondence between Sulayem and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein spanning from 2006 to 2019, including sexually explicit emails discussing business opportunities, escort services, and sexual massages. Critically, no evidence indicates that Sulayem participated in any criminal activity or was involved in Epstein's sex trafficking scheme targeting minors. His removal resulted from reputational and investor pressure following the public disclosure of his intimate friendship with Epstein, with multiple international firms and pension funds suspending business ties with DP World in response.
Determination Timeline
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem resigned as chairman and CEO of DP World with immediate effect following disclosures in Epstein-related documents revealing years of email exchanges with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Media Coverage (5)
Jeffrey Epstein and the Emirati tycoon
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Epstein files: The fall of Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, architect of the UAE's port empire
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Inside Jeffrey Epstein's alleged conversations with Emirati billionaire
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Epstein, Surveillance, And The Shadow Networks Linking Israel And The UAE
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