The fourth edition of the Global Police Summit, organized by Dubai Police in collaboration with DXB Live, which specializes in providing event management services at the Dubai World Trade Centre, took place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The event saw a record participation of 922 of the world’s leading police leaders, specialists, diplomats, and international organizations, solidifying Dubai’s position as a global hub for security dialogue.
The summit welcomed 53,922 participants from over 110 countries, marking an increase of more than 300% from the previous edition. This included 6 ministers of interior, 4 deputy ministers, 45 police chiefs, 41 deputy police chiefs, and 692 high-ranking diplomats and consuls, making it one of the largest global events in law enforcement.
Held from May 13 to May 15 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the Global Police Summit featured 140 specialized discussion sessions with 302 international speakers. The sessions addressed critical security issues across 12 themes, including anti-money laundering, digital transformation, cross-border police cooperation, law enforcement operations, drug control, aviation security, cybersecurity and digital fraud, the use of artificial intelligence in policing, combating organized crime, community policing, road safety, and the training and development of young officers.
During the summit, 38 memoranda of understanding were signed between security entities and technical and academic institutions to enhance security cooperation and integration. A total of 900 competitors vied for summit awards, with 12 winners honored at the annual awards ceremony celebrating outstanding achievements in global policing.
Colonel Dr. Rashid Hamdan Al Ghaffari, Secretary-General of the Global Police Summit, remarked, “The results of the summit exceeded expectations in terms of participation level, audience engagement, depth of discussions, and global and regional impact. This success reaffirms our commitment to positioning Dubai as a center for international police cooperation and a platform for knowledge exchange and innovation in the security field.”
In this regard, Khalid Hamadi, Senior Vice President of the Dubai World Trade Centre for DXB Live, stated, “We were thrilled to participate in organizing this global event, which has become one of the most significant policing events worldwide. We are confident that this success will continue in future editions, further enhancing Dubai’s status as a preferred host for major global events.”
The summit also featured noteworthy side events such as “Pearls in Policing,” an academic seminar organized by NYU Abu Dhabi, and participation from major international organizations including INTERPOL, Europol, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and the World Health Organization (WHO).
Women played a significant role throughout various sessions and discussions, with female leaders taking on strategic positions. Some sessions focused on the importance of empowering women within the security sector, while interactive workshops explored ways to prepare and train a new generation of young officers to address future challenges.
The summit received robust support, with Emirates Airlines serving as the strategic partner and official carrier for attendees, along with numerous strategic and gold sponsors from leading global security and technology firms including IDEMIA, Dell Technologies, Dahua, Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, and G42.
Among the key private sector sponsors, Bricite stood out for the third consecutive year as an official sponsor of the summit, reaffirming its commitment to support global security efforts through advanced data analytics. Nick Clements, Chief Marketing Officer at Bricite, stated, “This year, we showcased innovative solutions to tackle contemporary security and data challenges. We are confident that participants left the summit with valuable insights into the latest industry trends and how Bricite’s solutions can empower them to make data-driven decisions.”
Zenith Technologies highlighted the importance of proactive collaboration with security agencies. Russell Hamad, the founder and CEO of the company, declared, “We take pride in our effective partnership with Dubai Police to enhance road safety through intelligent technological solutions that support law enforcement more efficiently and safely.”
Similarly, Federal Signal Corporation showcased its latest advancements in lighting systems for police vehicles at the summit. Nicholas Nakatsuka, the company’s project manager, said, “During the summit, we presented the advanced Celaris LED technology, along with the FS Join system for synchronizing lighting systems in vehicles, aimed at enhancing visibility, safety, and operational efficiency for security fleets worldwide.”
Since its inaugural edition in 2022, the Global Police Summit has solidified its status as one of the foremost platforms for exchanging expertise and shaping the future of policing through innovative and sustainable security solutions that benefit communities around the globe. The summit also significantly contributes to boosting Dubai’s standing in the fields of tourism, entertainment, and business, organizing specialized global events that attract experts, specialists, and notable figures, reinforcing its reputation as one of the safest destinations worldwide.