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aligning with the UAE’s efforts to achieve sustainability and resilience in the fields of defence and
security.”

His Excellency Ali Rashid Al Neyadi, Director General of the National Emergency, Crisis, and
Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), emphasised that NCEMA’s support for this conference
aligns with its strategic vision to strengthen the unified national response to emergencies and
disasters, and to enhance the resilience of all relevant sectors for swift and effective emergency
response. He highlighted the importance of close collaboration between national, regional and
international partners in fostering the exchange of knowledge, expertise and best practices.

Al Neyadi affirmed that the NCEMA is committed to supporting initiatives that enhance first
responders’ resilience and improve coordination and response mechanisms by providing
specialised technical and training support and by developing integrated emergency plans that
boost the country’s resilience in facing future challenges.

His Excellency Brigadier General Ahmed Hassan Al Zaabi, Deputy Commander of the National
Guard, said: “Our participation in the Centres of Excellence Conference 2024 underscores the
National Guard’s strong commitment to advancing collaboration and integration among relevant
authorities for a more effective emergency response.”

Al Zaabi emphasised that the National Guard consistently aims to strengthen coordination
between security and defence agencies, reinforcing the security framework to promote national
stability and internal security.
His Excellency Muammar Abdulla Abushehab, Chief Executive Officer, Tawazun Council, affirmed
that participation in the conference reflects Tawazun's commitment to supporting strategic
partnerships and initiatives that contribute to driving innovation and enhancing cooperation among
various sectors, thereby solidifying the UAE's position as a leading destination in the field of
security and safety.
He pointed out that the conference serves as an important platform for exchanging knowledge and
experiences in the fields of innovation and the development of technologies and systems, which
contributes to empowering national capabilities and achieving strategic objectives in facing
challenges and responding effectively based on readiness and proactive plans.

Furthermore, His Excellency Major General Ahmed Saif Bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Director of Central
Operations Sector at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, said: “Abu Dhabi Police General
Headquarters is committed to sponsoring various events and conferences that aim to elevate
safety levels in general and ensure readiness to respond to emergencies and disasters in particular.
We hope that the conference will boost national preparedness and provide an opportunity to
enhance emergency response and proactive measures, drawing from specialised workshops to
access the best knowledge, experiences, innovations and related practices.”
His Excellency Brigadier Salem bin Barak Al Dhaheri, Acting Director General of the Abu Dhabi Civil
Defence Authority (ADCDA), highlighted the conference's importance as a strategic platform for
sharing expertise and fostering cooperation in preventive safety and emergency response—
essential for building qualified national capabilities to meet emerging challenges. He noted that the
ADCDA’s participation aligns with its vision to establish a sustainable and comprehensive safety

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