Dubai:H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, honored the winners of the seventh edition of Emarat Alaman, alongside the event's strategic partners and supporting entities. The ceremony was organized by the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) and held at Grand Hyatt Dubai.
According to Emirates News Agency, the event was attended by notable figures including Khalifa Ibrahim Al Saleis, CEO of SIRA; Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD Group; Hala Badri, Director-General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority; Major General Jamal bin Aded Al Muhairi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Civil Defence; and Major General Obaid Saeed Al Hathboor, Director of Transportation Security Department at Dubai Police. The ceremony marked the conclusion of the event, held at Zabeel Sports District, Dubai Mall, from November 2 to 5, 2026.
The seventh edition of Emarat Alaman featured a wide range of competitions and challenges, drawing over 4,700 participants, a 25% increase from the previous edition. The event included 16 diverse challenges, compared with 11 in the previous edition, and introduced the Community Foundation category, dedicated to families. This category was among the significant additions, coinciding with the UAE's Year of the Family, and attracted over 60 families.
The event celebrated remarkable cultural and geographical diversity, with participants from 79 nationalities and teams representing all seven emirates of the UAE. The closing ceremony recognized 12 winning teams across four competition categories, highlighting their outstanding performance and teamwork.
Strategic partners and supporting entities were also honored for their contributions, with more than 30 partners involved, representing a 50% increase from the previous edition. Noteworthy collaborations included a partnership with Mohamed Hilal, resulting in the creation of the Emarat Alaman fragrance, and a partnership with Fazaa, offering exclusive benefits to families.
The event's awareness and media content reached diverse segments of society, with messages delivered in more than 10 languages and dialects, supported by a community partnership with "Emirates Loves." This expanded the reach of the event's message, reinforcing the concept that safety and security are universal.
Artistic and cultural activities further enriched the visitor experience, including a sand art performance by artist Shayma Al Mughairy and an exhibition by artist Wael Kamel Hamada. The event also included individual challenges and family-specific experiences, enhancing community interaction and engagement.
SIRA emphasized that the achievements of the seventh edition marked another milestone in Emarat Alaman's journey, reflecting its evolution into a community platform promoting cooperation and solidarity. The event reaffirmed its core message that the UAE's strength lies in its community, and safeguarding its safety and security is a shared responsibility.