Dubai approves key initiatives to boost innovation and future readiness

A budget of AED 750 million has been allocated for the next phase of the Dubai Research, Development and Innovation Programme.

By 2033, this initiative aims to contribute AED 20 billion annually to Dubai’s GDP, create 120,000 jobs, and support the establishment of 600 innovative startups.

The plan was announced during a meeting of The Executive Council of Dubai, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister.

In celebration of the 53rd Eid Al Etihad, His Highness emphasised the lasting impact of the visionary leadership of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum.

Sheikh Hamdan also praised the success of the ‘Zayed and Rashid’ campaign, which honours the two leaders who shaped the UAE’s future.

He said that Dubai remains committed to solidifying its global role as a hub for innovation, sustainability, and resilience, and announced the approval of key projects to further these goals.

These include the Dubai Resilience Strategy, designed to strengthen the city’s ability to respond to future challenges by focusing on areas like community, economy, infrastructure, and government.

The Dubai Food Security Strategy was also approved, aiming to ensure sustainable food supplies through advanced technology and local production.

Additionally, a new Criminal Judgments Implementation System was approved to streamline judicial processes, enhance public trust, and improve enforcement rates through advanced technologies.

These initiatives mark a significant step towards ensuring Dubai’s preparedness for the future and its continued leadership on the global stage.

.@HamdanMohammed chairs a meeting of The Executive Council of Dubai; approves

-The next phase of the Dubai Research, Development, and Innovation Programme
-Dubai Resilience Strategy
-Dubai Food Security Strategy
-Criminal Judgments Implementation System pic.twitter.com/zk4MypSRLK

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