A recent study conducted by EY in collaboration with the Dubai Police has revealed the economic and social contribution of the low-crime security environment in the emirate, which is the result of Dubai Police's efforts to enhance stability and security. The report indicates that Dubai Police, founded in 1956 and launched from the historic 'Naif Police Center' before moving to its current headquarters in 1973, has today become a model for modern security institutions under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktum, Vice President of the State, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. The study, based on an econometric analysis of data from 50 countries between 1995 and 2021, concluded that security is a fundamental driver of economic growth in Dubai. Security is not just a social element but a pivotal economic lever that enhances Dubai's status as an attractive environment for living, working, and investing, and solidifies Dubai Police's role as one of the most active components of the emirate's sustainable growth system. The study noted that the decrease in crime rates in Dubai contributed to supporting the local economy by between 63.9 and 102.3 billion dirhams, equivalent to 14-23% of the GDP in 2024. It also stated that Dubai Police, as the cornerstone of the security and justice system, is directly linked to an economic contribution (GDP) ranging from 31.8 to 50.9 billion dirhams annually, or 7-11% of the gross domestic product. The report highlighted that security has not just been a stability factor but has become a primary catalyst for tourism. The secure environment has helped attract an additional 7 to 12 million tourists annually, with Dubai Police's contribution to this figure estimated at around 4 to 6 million tourists, representing 19-33% of the total tourists. It was also clarified that security plays a crucial role in boosting foreign direct investment inflows, as the secure environment has been linked to attracting additional investments of between 3.6 and 5.8 billion dirhams in 2024. Dubai Police's contribution in this aspect is estimated at between 1.8 and 2.9 billion dirhams, equivalent to 1-2% of total foreign investments.
