Dubai exhibition to showcase government achievements

DUBAI // The accomplishments of the Dubai Government will be the subject of an exhibition in the emirate next month.

The Government of Dubai’s Achievements Exhibition will look at the success of initiatives and projects by government departments and institutions in areas including the economy, security, development, innovation, and sustainability.

Abdullah Al Shibani, secretary-general of the Dubai Executive Council and chairman of Dubai Government Excellence Programme (DGEP), said the exhibition provides “an ideal platform showcasing the achievements of Dubai’s local and UAE’s federal government departments as well as those from the GCC region, with the goal of boosting the position of GCC states at the global level.”

“The message of this unique exhibition is to exchange experiences and review achievements in various fields, which will help improve the overall performance of any government entity,”said Hazza Khalfan Al Nuaimi, senior manager of excellence initiatives at DGEP.

Held in conjunction with the fifth Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) promoting foreign investment, organisers are expecting a broad international audience and the participation of 30 local, federal and regional government entities.

It will run from March 30 to April 1 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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Dubai exhibition to showcase government achievements

The exhibition will run from March 30 to April 1 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

What is the FNC?