The fourth edition of the Global Police Summit, organized by Dubai Police in partnership with DXB Live, took place under the gracious patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. This event saw a record participation of 922 prominent police leaders, specialists, diplomats, and representatives from international organizations, solidifying Dubai’s status as a global hub for security dialogue.
The summit welcomed a total of 53,922 participants from over 110 countries, marking an increase of more than 300% compared to the previous edition. Among the attendees were six interior ministers, four deputy ministers, 45 police chiefs, 41 deputy chiefs, and 692 high-ranking ambassadors and diplomats, making it one of the largest international events in law enforcement.
Hosting over 140 specialized panel discussions from May 13 to 15 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the summit featured 302 international speakers. The discussions covered critical security issues across 12 key topics, including anti-money laundering, digital transformation, cross-border police cooperation, law enforcement operations, drug trafficking, aviation security, cybersecurity and digital fraud, the use of artificial intelligence in policing, combating organized crime, community policing, road safety, and the training and qualification of young officers.
During the summit, 38 memorandums of understanding were signed between security agencies and technology and academic institutions to enhance security collaboration and integration. Additionally, there were 900 competitors for the summit awards, with 12 winners honored at an annual ceremony celebrating excellence in policing worldwide, attended by distinguished guests.
On this occasion, Colonel Dr. Rashid Hamdan Al Ghafri, the Secretary-General of the Global Police Summit, stated, “The results of the summit have exceeded all expectations in participation, attendee level, depth of discussions, and their global and regional impact. This success underscores our commitment to making Dubai a center for international police cooperation and a platform for knowledge exchange and innovation in the security sector.”
In line with this, Khaled Al Hammadi, Senior Vice President of the Dubai World Trade Center for DXB Live, expressed, “We are delighted to have participated 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 destination for major global events.”
The summit also featured notable side events such as “Pearls in Policing” and an academic symposium organized by New York University Abu Dhabi. Major international organizations, including Interpol, Europol, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and the World Health Organization (WHO), also participated.
Women had a prominent presence throughout various sessions and discussions, with female leaders showcasing their strategic roles. Some sessions highlighted the importance of empowering women in the security sector, while interactive workshops explored ways to prepare and train a new generation of young officers to face future challenges.
The summit received strong support, with Emirates Airlines serving as the strategic partner and official carrier for delegates. Numerous strategic and gold partners from leading global companies specializing in security and technology, such as IDEMIA, Dell Technologies, Dahua, Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, G42, and others, were also involved.
Among the key private sector sponsors, Presight stood out for the third consecutive year as an official sponsor of the summit, reaffirming its commitment to supporting global security efforts through advanced data analytics. Nick Clements, Chief Marketing Officer at Presight, remarked, “This year, we showcased innovative solutions to address contemporary security and data challenges, and we are confident that participants left the summit with valuable insights into the latest trends in the sector, as well as how Presight’s solutions can empower them to make data-driven decisions.”
Zenith Technologies also emphasized the importance of proactive collaboration with security agencies. Russell Hamad, founder and CEO of the company, stated, “We take pride in our active partnership with Dubai Police to enhance road safety through intelligent technological solutions that support law enforcement more efficiently and securely.”
In this context, Federal Signal Corporation participated in the summit to showcase its latest advancements in lighting systems for police vehicles. Nicholas Nakatsuka, the project manager, shared, “At the summit, we presented our advanced Celaris LED technology, as well as the FS Join system for synchronizing lighting systems in vehicles, aimed at improving visibility, safety, and operational efficiency for security fleets worldwide.”
Since its inception in 2022, the Global Police Summit has established itself as one of the most important platforms for exchanging expertise and shaping the future of policing by proposing innovative and sustainable security solutions that serve communities globally. The summit also plays a crucial role in enhancing Dubai’s reputation in tourism, entertainment, and business, by organizing specialized global events that attract experts, specialists, and celebrities as one of the safest destinations in the world.