Abu Dhabi’s police department is making preparations for the holding of a key security conference that will consider wide-ranging issues touching on the protection of people and assets in the emirate.
The World Class Protection and Security for Public and Strategic Buildings Conference, to be held from December 13 to 15 at Emirates Palace, will focus on the future growth of the UAE capital and the safety measures required to keep key buildings protected from breaches of security, a statement on behalf of the organisers said.
“While recognising concern for natural disasters, acts of terrorism, indoor air quality, materials hazards, and fires, governments in partnership with their local police departments, must take a multi-hazard approach towards building protection and security. The United Arab Emirates and the Abu Dhabi Police are no different,” the statement said while explaining the need for such a conference.
“The Gulf region is witnessing development of economies and infrastructure at a phenomenal rate. This is manifested by the amount of new buildings and ever-changing skylines appearing throughout the region. There are growing populations with a workforce recruited from many different countries and cultures. There is an increasingly high profile on the region, with major events, investment, and tourism all on the increase. This development brings with it both challenges and opportunities for building security.”
The statement highlighted that the importance of the conference was directly reflected in the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council’s 2030 Urban Structure Framework Plan, which is projecting a population growth of over 3 million people and tourism numbers of over 7 million in 2030.
“The need to meet the necessary infrastructure and building requirements will call for corresponding safety initiatives for public and strategic buildings on behalf of the Abu Dhabi Police,” it stressed.
“The General Directorate of Abu Dhabi Police in Abu Dhabi Emirate operates with other agencies to achieve a safer society. It seeks to preserve stability, reduce crime and remove a sense of fear, as well as contributing to justice.
Integrity and training
“Its vision is to effectively respond to the needs of society by having the highest level of integrity and training.
“The values of the General Directorate of Abu Dhabi Police are integrity, honesty, and respect for human rights. They call for providing services that are implemented fairly,” the statement said.
