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Mohammed bin Rashid issues law on Dubai's Legislation Committee

October 14, 2024 / 4:44 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime
Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has issued Law No. (14) of 2024 pertaining to the Supreme Legislation
Committee in Dubai.

The Law outlines the objectives and duties of the Supreme Legislation Committee, along with the
responsibilities of its General Secretariat. The Law also sets rules dictating how the Committee
operates, details the responsibilities of government entities towards it, and includes other
provisions that define the procedures, standards, and stipulations for its work.

The Law also mandates that the Supreme Legislation Committee and its General Secretariat
operate under a clear set of guidelines, devised by the Chairman of the Committee, while
discharging responsibilities that also come under the purview of local and federal laws,
international agreements, and legal opinions.

Pursuant to the Law, Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of
Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, and Chairman of the Supreme Legislation
Committee in Dubai, issued Decision No. (3) of 2024, approving guidelines for the Supreme
Legislation Committee in Dubai to conduct its work. These guidelines set out key objectives,
including the streamlining of the process for issuing and reviewing legislation through clear and
effective procedures that align with the emirate’s strategic plan. They are also aimed at developing

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