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H.E. Safia Al Safi explained that the MoU establishes a sustainable institutional framework between the
Ministry and Dubai Police to collaborate on various AML/CFT procedures within the country, including control,

inspection, and monitoring of illicit activities. This partnership aims to elevate the efficiency of control and
follow-up systems and serves shared objectives in combating financial crimes within the country.

Supporting national efforts
H.E. Major General Expert Khalil Al Mansoori said: "The MoU with the Ministry of Economy is a significant

milestone in enhancing institutional integration among relevant entities involved in combating financial
crimes. Dubai Police is committed to supporting national efforts to counter money laundering and combat

terrorism financing by advancing its technical and human competencies. We aim to leverage Dubai Police's
research, investigation, and financial analysis ecosystems to develop effective, proactive mechanisms for
detecting suspicious activities and enhancing rapid responses to associated risks, in line with global best

practices. This plays a role in reinforcing the UAE's position as a secure and transparent global economic
hub."

H.E. further emphasised that the collaboration marks a significant step forward in integrating national efforts
and unifying resources and expertise to develop more precise and effective regulatory tools, while continuing
to invest in national talent and smart technologies to build a safer and more stable environment.

Counselor Salem Al Tunaiji, Director of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing
Department at the Ministry of Economy, explained that the MoU provides advanced mechanisms for technical

and security coordination between the Ministry and Dubai Police. This includes the exchange of data related
to money laundering and terrorism financing crimes, aligning with the Ministry's role in supervising

Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs) and identifying the real beneficial owners
of legal entities.

Under the scope of the MoU, both parties will collaborate on developing integrated mechanisms and
programs to elevate risk response efficiency related to suspicious financial activities within the DNFBP sector,
which include real estate agents and brokers, traders of precious metals and stones, auditors, and company

service providers. This will be realised through the exchange of data on suspicious transactions and activities
and the activation of secure and effective institutional communication channels to ensure the swift exchange

of confidential data in line with the approved legal and regulatory frameworks. These efforts support their
awareness endeavours to prevent and deter violators, in line with the applicable legislations and regulations

in the UAE.
The MoU also outlines the implementation of joint training programs and specialised workshops aimed at

enhancing the professional competencies of both parties' staff and the development of periodic analytical
reports to support decision-making, ensuring the comprehensive application of administrative and regulatory
procedures.

Additionally, the MoU includes provisions to support awareness and media campaigns related to institutional

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