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Dubai Launches Future Regulations Team to Enhance Legislative Framework

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed attended the launch of the Dubai Future Regulations Team, bringing together 25 government entities. Supervised by the Dubai Future Foundation and the Supreme Legislation Committee, the initiative focuses on addressing technological and economic shifts. Participants will also engage in a regulatory capacity-building program with University College London.

Published Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)
Issuing authority
Dubai Future Foundation, Supreme Legislation Committee in Dubai
Jurisdiction
Dubai, UAE
Publication date
October 29, 2026
Effective date
October 29, 2026
Stage
Final rule
Official source
www.wam.ae
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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the official launch of the 'Dubai Future Regulations Team' on 29 October 2026, according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM).

Formed under the supervision of the Dubai Future Foundation and the Supreme Legislation Committee in Dubai, the team brings together representatives from 25 government entities.

The initiative is designed to strengthen the adaptability of Dubai's regulatory framework amid rapid technological and economic changes. It aims to devise practical regulatory solutions across key sectors while fostering collaboration on legislation between the public and private sectors.

In addition, participating representatives will take part in a capacity-building program conducted in partnership with University College London to benchmark international regulatory practices.

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