Dubai: World Police Summit to tackle tech, trafficking, child protection

Dubai: The fourth edition of the World Police Summit (WPS) returns this month, featuring the participation of more than 150 globally renowned speakers, leading thinkers, and law enforcement professionals from over 100 countries.
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the WPS will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 13 to 15.
Organised by Dubai Police, the summit serves as a vital platform for international collaboration, the exchange of knowledge, and the sharing of crucial insights into addressing evolving challenges in policing. As law enforcement agencies worldwide increasingly adopt advanced technologies, the summit will explore opportunities for developing cutting-edge law enforcement technologies, enhancing community safety initiatives, and strengthening cross-border cooperation.

What to expect?
The summit features a host of influential speakers shaping the global discourse on innovative, inclusive, and intelligent policing. The stellar lineup includes Irakli Beridze (UNICRI) and Michael LeVine (US Consulate in Dubai) exploring policing’s tech-driven future. Human trafficking activists like Theresa Flores will also take part, in addition to cybercrime specialists such as Dr Charis Savvides and ethics champions like Jimena Viveros.

Focus on children
A series of dedicated sessions will focus on children’s rights and protection, creating a safer digital world free from abuse, and combating child exploitation. Key speakers include Maryam Al Obaid, Advisor at The Executive Council, Pragathi Tummala, CEO of International Society for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (ISPCAN), and Dr Elodie Tranchez, Senior Lecturer at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR).

‘Safest destination’

Emirates maintains its strategic partnership with the summit this year, serving as the official airline partner.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, said: “Sponsoring the summit aligns with our priorities and vision for its agenda, especially those related to aviation security and measures to protect airports, aircraft and passengers from threats of terrorism and cyber-attacks.”

Future of security
Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, said the summit underscores Dubai’s prominent role at the forefront of global safety and security.
“Through impactful international events like the World Police Summit, we continue our commitment to fostering robust international cooperation and driving innovative solutions to tackle today’s complex security challenges.”
He pointed out that the summit contributes to envisioning the future of security work.
“It empowers the participating police organisations to uncover the constantly-evolving methods used by criminals and criminal networks around the world, enabling them to effectively anticipate and counter these threats to ensure the highest levels of security and safety for communities globally.”

Specialised platforms

The summit offers 4 specialised platforms covering 12 key tracks, including anti-money laundering, organised crime, borderless policing, beyond digital transformation, anti-narcotics, aviation security, police operations, cyber security and cyber fraud, AI in policing, crime prevention and community policing, traffic security, and junior law enforcement and capacity building. Delving into these topics, participating leaders will examine the challenges facing the world’s law enforcement agencies, presenting and discussing innovative solutions to enhance security and minimise risk.