Dubai continues to strengthen its global innovation as a developer in government innovation and AI-driven excellence. However, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) has earned international acclaim after winning the prestigious “Best Artificial Intelligence Governance Strategy of 2025” award by the AI award series.
This recognition highlights the dedication of Dubai to creating a future-ready digital ecosystem that prioritises important technology use, security, and seamless services for residents, citizens, and international visitors.
Commitment to Ethical AI and Human-First Innovation
Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of GDRFA Dubai, highlighted that the award is a big milestone in the strategic digital transformation journey of the organisation.
He said, “We see this award as the culmination of an institutional journey that puts the human being at the centre of human innovation. Artificial intelligence is more than a technology tool for us – it is a national strategy rooted in responsibility, transparency, and enhancing quality of life.”
Under his leadership, the GDRFA Dubai has created a privacy-focused, secure, and proactive AI ecosystem designed to enhance operational efficiency and keep public trust and societal wellbeing at its core.
Future-Ready Governance Strengthening Dubai’s Global Position
Colonel Expert Khalid Ahmed Mohammed bin Mediya Al Falasi, Assistant Director General for the Digital Services Sector, highlighted the maturity of the digital infrastructure of the GDRFA.
Al Falasi said, “This recognition shows our institutional vision of governance and future readiness. By balancing technology advancement with digital responsibility, we have created ethical AI policies that build trust and reinforce the global position of Dubai as a smart city.
GDRFA ensures the following things with its AI governance strategy:
- Strong data privacy and security
- Transparent and ethical AI usage
- Future-driven smart services
- Enhanced customer confidence and satisfaction
- Support for the UAE’s national digital transformation objectives
Driving Dubai’s Vision for a Smart & Sustainable Future
The most recent achievement of this organisation highlights the broader vision of Dubai under its Digital Strategy 2030. Hence, it strengthens its reputation as a global technology capital where innovation and public benefit go hand-in-hand. Moreover, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to lead the following sectors:
- Smart government services
- AI-powered public systems
- Global innovation benchmarks
- Future-economy readiness
- People-centred digital development
The effort of the GDRFA supports the ambition of the emirate to provide advanced, seamless, and proactive services. Hence, it enhances experience across immigration, residency, and identity services for millions of people annually.
Why This Achievement of GDRFA Dubai Matters for UAE Residents & Visitors?
The awards translate the following perks for the residents, expatriates, and tourists of the emirate:
- Faster and smarter digital service processing
- Highest level of security and privacy protection
- Trust-based digital government environment
- Seamless cross-border travel and residency services
- Future-ready services anticipating user needs
On top of that, the success of GDRFA sets a global benchmark for ethical AI and citizen-centric governance. Moreover, it aligns with the vision of the UAE to become the most future-ready nation in the world.
Global Benchmark: The UAE’s Vision in Action
The milestone highlights an important truth that the UAE is not only adopting AI. Instead, it is shaping the global standards in ethical AI and future governance. As of now, many nations are debating how to govern AI. On the other side, Dubai is showing the following cases:
- A transparent and accountable AI framework
- Commitment to public trust and security
- Balanced innovation that puts people first
- Scalable government solutions for future generations
The award highlights the ability of the UAE to transform vision into tangible and world-leading results with groundbreaking technology.
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