Saif bin Zayed, Italian counterpart enhance security cooperation
Focus on technology and AI in security
The two officials explored ways to enhance collaboration in modern technologies and artificial intelligence to boost the effectiveness of public security and law enforcement agencies.
Joint efforts to address global security challenges
They underscored the importance of unifying efforts to tackle emerging security challenges and to establish sustainable security and stability through innovative partnerships and forward-thinking strategies.
Meeting attendees
The meeting was attended by senior UAE officials, including Major General Khalifa Hareb Al Khaili, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, and Major General Mohammed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Police, as well as members of the Italian delegation.
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