His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has approved a series of transformative initiatives aimed at enhancing Dubai’s innovation ecosystem, fortifying resilience, and advancing sustainability.
The decisions were made during a meeting of The Executive Council of Dubai, held at Emirates Towers, coinciding with the UAE's 53rd Eid Al Etihad celebrations.
Reflecting on the UAE's legacy, Sheikh Hamdan paid tribute to the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, whose leadership continues under President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE.
“On Eid Al Etihad, we celebrate the unity and wisdom that have shaped the UAE into a nation of unparalleled achievements,”
said Sheikh Hamdan.
Key Initiatives Approved
- Dubai Research, Development, and Innovation Programme
Backed by a budget of AED750 million, this programme aims to position Dubai as a global innovation hub by 2033, contributing AED20 billion annually to GDP, creating 120,000 jobs, and supporting 600 startups. It will foster global partnerships, boost private sector R&D spending to 50%, and raise the innovation sector’s GDP contribution to 2.5%. - Dubai Resilience Strategy
Aimed at strengthening the emirate’s preparedness for future challenges, this strategy focuses on five pillars: meeting essential needs, safeguarding communities, fostering economic resilience, fortifying infrastructure, and ensuring strong governance. Overseen by the Supreme Committee of Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management, the strategy integrates initiatives like volunteer programmes, digital resilience policies, and adaptive legislative frameworks. - Dubai Food Security Strategy
This strategy prioritises sustainability in the food supply chain through 20 strategic projects worth AED164 million. It targets a 2% reduction in annual food waste, a 15% increase in high-tech agricultural projects, and a 90% community awareness rate on food security. Initiatives include a digital food security platform and targeted support for small-scale producers. - Criminal Judgments Implementation System
Developed by Dubai Public Prosecution, this system aims to modernise judicial processes through digital technologies, enabling faster litigation and enhancing public trust. Key features include smart fine implementation, alternative penalties like community service, and a dedicated Penal Implementation Prosecution.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
