Dubai becomes a model for smart cities designated by the United Nations-News

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Committee, met with the heads of government entities. Their efforts helped Dubai to gain recognition from the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction. Become a model resilient city for smart, sustainable and sustainable development.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed stated that His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Chief of Dubai, will transform Dubai into a model of the future city. This vision has always been It is the driving force of sustainable development achievements. He said that Dubai is powered by domestic and foreign talents, has implemented world-class projects and deployed the most advanced solutions, making it the most suitable place for work and life in the world.

The recognition of the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction recognizes that Dubai has adopted best practices and innovative methods in disaster risk reduction. Dubai’s resilience ranks first in the world. It is also the only recognized city among the 56 cities shortlisted from 4,357 competing cities.

At the meeting held at the Dubai World Trade Center, Sheikh Hamdan congratulated various government entities for their efforts that led to this global recognition. He urged the team to continue its efforts to improve Dubai’s global sustainability ranking. He also emphasized the importance of supporting innovative ideas that can help Dubai turn challenges into opportunities and create a better future.

The head of the government entity stated that Sheikh Mohamed’s instructions, as well as Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed and Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohamed bin Rashid Al Makto, Deputy Ruler of Dubai MU’s continuous follow-up has helped Dubai become a smart, sustainable and resilient city, providing strong infrastructure and world-leading service quality.

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction’s assessment of Dubai focused on 10 elements, 117 indicators, and other requirements and conditions that make the city resilient.

Dubai’s risk and disaster management team is committed to continuously improving preparedness for unforeseen crises and formulating long-term strategies to promote a culture of being ready to manage all kinds of risks.