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Middle East | October 30, 2024 11:41:56 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 30 (ANI/WAM): Rabdan Academy, a global leader in safety, security, defence, emergency preparedness,
and crisis management, is hosting the second 'Centres of Excellence' 2024 Conference under the theme, "Agility and Resilience of

First Responders" on October 30 and 31 in Abu Dhabi.

The Conference aims to strengthen cooperation across local, regional, and global levels in fire management, counterterrorism, and
safety.

It will bring together industry experts to discuss developments and challenges in areas such as artificial intelligence, terrorism
response, and critical infrastructure protection.

Panel discussions will address strategic needs, volunteer firefighter programmes, and decision-making in high-risk settings, along
with innovations in firefighting on warships and crisis management.

Supported by key strategic stakeholders, the event's Platinum sponsors include the Ministry of Defence, the National Emergency,
Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, the National Guard Command, Abu Dhabi Police, and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence
Authority.

Gold sponsors include the Tawazun Council and Abu Dhabi Airports, with Jaheziya as Silver sponsor and the Emergency, Crisis and
Disaster Management Centre - Abu Dhabi as Bronze sponsor.

James Anthony Morse, President of Rabdan Academy, stressed the conference's role in aligning with the UAE's vision of enhancing
national resilience and developing skilled cadres in safety, defence, and crisis management.

He added, "The conference builds synergy across entities to strengthen first responders' capabilities, ensuring a swift response to
emergencies".

Ali Rashid Al Neyadi, Director-General of the National Emergency, Crisis, and Disaster Management Authority, highlighted
NCEMA's commitment to a unified national emergency response and strengthened collaboration among partners at all levels.

He emphasised the importance of initiatives enhancing first responder resilience and emergency coordination.

Brigadier-General Ahmed Hassan Al Zaabi, Deputy Commander of the National Guard, reiterated the National Guard's dedication to

collaborative emergency response efforts. Muammar Abdulla Abushehab, CEO of the Tawazun Council, noted Tawazun's support for
partnerships advancing innovation and cooperation in security and safety, contributing to the UAE's leadership in these fields.

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