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She added: “The UAE Innovates exhibition raises awareness of the importance of innovation in government while also
recognising our top innovators. The exhibition highlights how individuals and entities are shaping the future by transforming

ways of working and creating a positive and tangible impact on society. Their contributions align with the UAE government’s
vision to position the country as a global hub for innovation.”

The featured innovations and projects came from ten federal and local government entities: the Ministry of Climate Change
and Environment, the Ministry of Economy, the Ministry of Interior, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs &

Port Security, Emirates Health Services, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Dubai
Airports, Dubai Municipality, and the Fujairah Environment Authority.

Plant the Emirates National Programme

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment’s Plant the Emirates National Programme engages farmers to enhance
local agriculture. The exhibition featured several case studies showcasing the use of smart technologies on farms, giving
visitors the opportunity to sample local produce. The project aims to inject innovation into agriculture by equipping farmers

with modern tools and techniques to boost production, improve crop quality and increase sustainability.

National Digital Platform for Monitoring Essential Commodity Prices

The Ministry of Economy’s National Digital Platform for Monitoring Essential Commodity Prices was launched to monitor the

prices of essential consumer goods, including cooking oil, eggs, dairy products, rice, sugar, poultry, legumes, bread, and
wheat. The platform provides real-time tracking of price movements across the UAE. It enables the ministry and local
authorities to access real-time price data, ensuring compliance with the price ceilings established under pricing policy.

Digital Twin

Emirates Health Services’ Digital Twin is designed to enhance hospital operations using real-time, data-driven insights. The
initiative optimises hospital workflows, improving resource allocation and efficiency, which ultimately leads to better patient

outcomes. Hospitals can analyse patient flow, referral patterns, and appointment scheduling, as well as benefit from critical
insights that improve emergency response.

Smart Examiner

The Ministry of Interior’s Smart Examiner is a special technologically advanced car equipped with sensors, GPS, and facial
recognition cameras.The car autonomously assesses driving tests without the need for an in-person supervisor, streamlining
the exam process and saving on resources. The system leverages AI-supported data analysis to identify traffic violations. It

also offers a one-day driving test service, reducing the typical licensing process from between three and six months to just
24 hours.

Smart and Fast Travel

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security showcased the world’s first-of-its-kind Smart and
Fast Travel system. This innovation creates a database of air travellers using facial recognition, eliminating the need for pre-

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