From the world's first-of-its-kind initiative zero-carbon force to eco-friendly bullets, the Dubai Police has showcased 12 green projects at COP28, as part of its commitment to zero emissions by 2030.
The force syncs with Dubai's vision of establishing a green economy and promoting sustainable development, top officers highlighted, adding that it aims to implement sustainable practices and introduce innovative initiatives within the security and policing sector.
It also included the iServe project, which focuses on sustainable transportation and clean energy and the Wastewater-Based Epidemiological Monitoring initiative that analyses data and information obtained from the sewage system as early indicators of infectious diseases.
Dubai's Resilient Programme, aimed at bolstering the city's capacity to anticipate and address risks, particularly those associated with climate change, future threats, emergencies, and crises also forms
The projects also included an eco-friendly smart boat (Haddad), Carbon Footprint Tracking for Crime prevention, Sustainable Disposal methods for explosives and Smart Stable, among others.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has highlighted the endless possibilities Dubai continues to offer, with "AED2.1 trillion worth of projects underway" and more "in the coming phase".
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has awarded the ‘Mohammed bin Rashid Scarf’ to Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, for his dedicated service.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, has awarded the first Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Medal to Eng. Marwan bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has reaffirmed the UAE's solidarity with Saudi Arabia during a call with his counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Russia's Vladimir Putin have reviewed developments in the Middle East and underscored the importance of reinforcing security and stability in the region during a phone call.
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