Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai civil defense plans

He reviewed the strategic objectives and operational efficiencies that DCD seeks to achieve by 2026 to continue building its global leadership and reputation.

DCD’s action plan to ensure readiness for the future through efforts such as implementing specialized strategies for sustainable infrastructure, promoting innovations in industries belonging to the civil defense sector, improving the competitiveness of services, as well as its talent development plan known as ‘997’ were revised. All of these elements are aligned with DCD’s overall future strategy 2023-2026 aimed at ensuring the highest levels of security throughout Dubai.

Praising the services of DCD personnel on the occasion, Sheikh Hamdan said: “The Dubai Civil Defense team places top priority on security and works tirelessly to serve the nation. “They are dedicated to ensuring the well-being of our citizens, residents and visitors with the utmost commitment and diligence.”

Key aspects of the transformative agenda for 2026 include showcasing Dubai Civil Defense as a global benchmark for best practices and innovations in public security, establishing sustainable and advanced infrastructure, digital readiness for the future and a plan highly flexible and exemplary response to risks and crises. Furthermore, this agenda includes smart and sustainable structures to boost security and specialized equipment that bears the ‘Made in Dubai’ label, in addition to an ambitious and competitive strategy to position Dubai as the world’s leading city in terms of security.

The strategic context for Dubai Civil Defense (DCD) 2026 also encompasses exemplary emergency response, risk mitigation, assured leadership, competitiveness and efficient resource utilization.

Dubai Civil Defense aims to achieve all its strategic objectives and sustain economic growth, thereby enhancing the emirate’s leadership and competitiveness on the global stage.

During the visit, Sheikh Hamdan was briefed on some of the critical transformative smart initiatives of Dubai Civil Defence, including the Dubai Civil Defense Preparedness Programme, the Smart Environment Preparedness Programme, and digital transformation in terms of security management. incidents.

He also received an update on DCD’s key performance metrics, exemplified by notable improvements in performance and outstanding results in global competitiveness. These include achievements in reducing the incidence of fires, deaths and injuries per 100,000 people. In addition, the results of the National Quality of Life Strategy for firefighting services 2022 survey were also evaluated.

Sheikh Hamdan also met children of Civil Defense martyrs.

He said: “We will proudly remember all the brave Dubai Civil Defense personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in trying to protect people’s lives and property.”

The children shared their immense pride in the noble legacy and selfless sacrifice of their parents in the service of the nation.