World Police Summit 2026 to Gather 220 Global Leaders
More than 220 global leaders and representatives from over 90 countries will gather in Dubai for World Police Summit 2026. The event will take place from November 16 to 18 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
The fifth edition of the World Police Summit will bring together law enforcement officials, government representatives, industry leaders, and technology innovators. Hosted by Dubai Police and organized by DXB LIVE, the event will feature 15 thematic tracks and more than 150 exhibitors. This year’s theme, “Connected for Impact: Uniting Global Policing to Safeguard Future Generations,” highlights international cooperation in policing and public safety.
The summit is held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The program includes 15 thematic tracks, with representatives from more than 90 countries. Over 220 professionals from law enforcement, the private sector, and academia will participate. More than 150 exhibitors will also showcase policing and security technologies.
World Police Summit 2026 brings together over 220 professionals from more than 90 countries, alongside 150 exhibitors across 15 thematic tracks.
International Cooperation and Security Technology
A new International Organisations Pavilion will bring together six organizations. These include GCCPOL, ASEANAPOL, CARICOM, UNODC, SCO, and the General Secretariat of the Council of Arab Ministers of Interior.
Confirmed participants include Stephen Nutt APM, Assistant Commissioner of the Australian Federal Police. Stephen Fry, Executive Director for Investigation Support at Interpol, will also attend. Another participant is Peter Nilsson, Police Commissioner of AIRPOL.
Colonel Rashid Hamdan Al Ghafri, Secretary-General of the World Police Summit, emphasized international cooperation in policing: “No police force faces today’s threats alone, and the ones that matter most do not stop at borders.”
Al Ghafri also highlighted the importance of developing practical solutions through international partnerships. He said the summit aims to strengthen cooperation and improve community safety.
AI and Emerging Technologies in Policing
Rick Smith, Founder and CEO of Axon Enterprise, discussed the growing role of technology in public safety. According to Smith, artificial intelligence, superintelligence, and robotics will change how countries protect their populations. He also emphasized the importance of connecting data, platforms, and partners. “The safest nations will be the ones that connect their data, their platforms and their partners.”
Tackling Transnational and Wildlife Crime
Summit participants have also highlighted efforts to combat transnational crime, corruption, and wildlife crime.
Panche Toshkovski, North Macedonia’s Minister of Internal Affairs, reported a 20-year low in crime. According to Toshkovski, North Macedonia has reached a 20-year low in crime following the dismantling of major transnational criminal organizations.
The ministry is also seizing illegally acquired assets and tackling corruption within law enforcement. In addition, authorities are targeting organized criminal activities operating from correctional facilities.
Ivonne Higuero, Secretary-General of the CITES Secretariat, highlighted the challenges of combating wildlife crime. She described wildlife crime as a transnational issue requiring coordinated international responses. These efforts must involve countries across the illegal trade chain, including source, transit, and destination countries.
World Police Summit Awards
The World Police Summit Awards cover 13 categories recognizing achievements in policing and security. Organizers announced the shortlist on November 2 and scheduled the winners’ announcement for November 9. The awards ceremony is scheduled for November 18, the summit’s final day.
