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quality of life, and digitalisation efforts across the emirate.

Chairing a meeting of The Executive Council of Dubai today, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan
welcomed the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of
the UAE, to mark 2025 as the Year of Community. He said that the move aligns closely with the
Dubai Social Agenda 33, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which is backed by an AED208
billion budget.

His Highness emphasised: “The declaration of 2025 as the Year of Community serves to strengthen
social cohesion. This initiative will drive government entities to accelerate efforts to achieve the
objectives of the Dubai Social Agenda 33. Dubai continues to anticipate and meet the needs of
society by elevating global standards and implementing innovative solutions. This new set of
initiatives reflects our steadfast commitment to building an inclusive, resilient, and future-ready
society.”

HH Sheikh Hamdan underscored the role of digital transformation and sustainable urban
development in Dubai’s growth story: “Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin
Rashid, Dubai presents a pioneering model for a cohesive society, a resilient economy, advanced
infrastructure, and individuals who are forward-looking, ready to seize every opportunity and
potential.”

His Highness added: “We call on all government entities to support these initiatives. They will
enhance Dubai’s global standing, promote social well-being, and drive sustainable progress.
Through a sense of collective responsibility and determination to unlock potential, we have
established a comprehensive development model that sets a benchmark for future cities.”

The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Deputy Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.

Dubai Child Protection Protocol
During the meeting, The Executive Council approved the Dubai Child Protection Protocol, a
comprehensive framework designed to ensure a more holistic approach to child welfare, with a
strong emphasis on family support. The system will usher in a series of strategic projects, including
the Dubai Child Protection Protocol, proactive child welfare services, training programmes for
social workers, and legislative reforms to strengthen governance.

The initiative spans multiple stages of life, covering prenatal care, birth registration, early childhood
services, school-age support, youth development, and pre-marital counselling. It is designed to
ensure a seamless, well-governed approach to child welfare through closer collaboration among
specialised teams from various government entities including Dubai Police, Community
Development Authority, Dubai Public Prosecution, Dubai Courts, Supreme Legislation Committee,
Knowledge and Human Development Authority, Dubai Health Authority, Dubai Academic Health

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