Sheikh Hamdan Launches Dubai Population Registry: Executive Council Resolution No. 50 of 2024

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has issued Executive Council Resolution No. 50 of 2024, which establishes a unified and accurate population registry for Dubai. This central digital database will play a vital role in supporting the emirate's developmental strategies and aligning with its ambitious digital transformation goals.

Comprehensive Data for Strategic Planning

The newly established registry will serve as the official and sole source of real-time data on Dubai’s residents, contributing to the development of government plans, policies, and programs. It will also provide critical insights for population forecasting, helping to shape economic and social policies that reflect the evolving needs of Dubai’s diverse population. 

His Highness emphasized the importance of this initiative in ensuring that the government can offer improved services, foster innovation, and maintain an environment conducive to sustainable growth.

Enhanced Security and Privacy Measures

The registry will be managed by the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, which is tasked with coordinating with various government entities to gather and update data in compliance with approved quality standards. Ensuring the security and privacy of residents' personal data is a top priority, and the Dubai Electronic Security Centre will oversee the protection of information on the platform, guaranteeing that it adheres to the highest security standards.

His Highness reaffirmed Dubai’s commitment to safeguarding residents’ privacy, as stipulated in Law No. 26 of 2015, which governs data publishing and exchange in the emirate.

Involvement of Key Stakeholders

All data providers, including those in the private and government sectors, must comply with the Dubai Data Guide and submit accurate and regularly updated data. His Highness also highlighted that this initiative would ensure inclusivity by making data accessible to individuals of determination, supporting Dubai's vision of a smart, secure, and inclusive future.

The resolution is part of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan’s ongoing efforts to further Dubai’s digital transformation while fostering a transparent and data-driven governance model. It will take effect immediately and be published in the Official Gazette.

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