Dubai: Dubai Police, represented by the General Department of Traffic and the Traffic Record sections at police stations across the emirate, has organised a dialogue session to forecast the future of traffic operations, review current procedures, and develop collaborative mechanisms among related entities to strengthen the road safety framework and improve service delivery, aligning with Dubai’s Strategic Road Safety Plan.

The session was held at the Dubai Police Officers Club in the attendance of Major General Abdullah Ali Al Ghaithi, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations Affairs at Dubai Police, and the participation of Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Director of the General Department of Traffic, his deputy Brigadier Juma Bin Suwaidan, alongside directors of sub-departments and heads of specialised traffic teams.

Major General Al Ghaithi also commended the dialogue session for its focus on forecasting the future of traffic operations, reviewing current procedures, and developing collaborative mechanisms among related entities to strengthen the road safety framework and improve service delivery, aligning with Dubai’s Strategic Road Safety Plan.

He noted that the upcoming phase would mark a major advancement in Dubai’s road safety system by enhancing smart infrastructure and boosting the expertise of national cadres, particularly traffic accident investigation specialists, whose work is vital to identifying root causes and proposing sustainable, scientifically based solutions.

He emphasised that such regular meetings play an essential role in shaping a safe, sustainable traffic environment that keeps pace with Dubai’s rapid growth and cements its global reputation for safety and security.

Discussion Topics

The session involved extensive discussions on key topics, including the unification of complaint channels to ensure quick and accurate response, avoid data loss, and prevent duplication.

Participants also discussed improving incident classification based on urgency, optimising traffic control during peak hours and emergencies, and refining field intervention protocols.

Advancements and Technology Integration

Attendees explored developing new mechanisms for registering and categorising traffic violations and enhancing the appeals process.

They also stressed the importance of strengthening electronic integration with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to speed up incident management and reduce response times.

The discussions highlighted the vital role of expanding smart technologies such as the intelligent cameras and AI-powered systems for real-time incident monitoring. They also highlighted advanced training programmes for traffic accident investigators aimed at improving crash data analysis and supporting proactive accident prevention strategies.

Key Recommendations

The session concluded with several important recommendations, including establishing a unified platform for receiving and processing traffic reports linked to smart systems, launching comprehensive training initiatives to upskill accident investigators, enhancing awareness campaigns for all road users, and integrating AI in accident analysis.
These initiatives support Dubai’s ongoing efforts to become one of the safest cities in the world.