Dubai has officially become a member of the Global Resilient Cities Network, becoming the first city in the GCC to enter the international platform dedicated to strengthening urban resilience and sustainable development.
The move underscores Dubai’s growing reputation as a global leader in crisis and risk management.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management, said the membership marks a major strategic milestone, enhancing the city’s ability to anticipate risks, adapt to challenges, and maintain high levels of safety and quality of life.
Officials say the partnership will allow Dubai to share expertise with leading global cities, advance smart and innovative resilience projects, and support long-term planning to ensure services remain strong under all circumstances.
Dubai aims not just to prepare for crises, but to turn challenges into opportunities as it builds a future-ready, resilient city.
Dubai officially joins the Global Resilient Cities Network, which brings together leading cities from around the world committed to enhancing urban resilience and sustainable development. The membership reaffirms Dubai’s stature as a global model for crisis and risk management,… pic.twitter.com/qhZvQn9JEQ
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) December 3, 2025
Mansoor bin Mohammed: Being part of the prestigious global network represents a new strategic milestone for the city. The move strengthens Dubai’s international standing as a city equipped with advanced capabilities to anticipate risks, adapt to evolving challenges, and lead… pic.twitter.com/512faPSWtI
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) December 3, 2025

UAE calls for end to crisis in Sudan at Quad meeting in New York
Sheikh Abdullah discusses strategic ties with US Secretary Marco Rubio
UAE pledges $1.2 billion to support Gaza through Board of Peace
Road closures announced in Dubai for UAE Tour 2026
