Dubai: Dubai’s General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA Dubai) has become the world’s first residency and foreigners affairs authority to receive a 7-star rating in future planning, securing the highest distinction under an international assessment.
The recognition by the Global Innovation Institute (GInI) places GDRFA Dubai at the forefront of global efforts to anticipate future challenges, harness emerging technologies and develop government services ahead of changing needs.
The 7-star rating was awarded following the institute’s Future Shaping Maturity Assessment, which praised the directorate’s advanced capabilities in strategic foresight, institutional governance and innovation.
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The assessment report highlighted strong leadership support and the integration of future foresight into institutional planning and decision-making. It also recognised GDRFA Dubai’s alignment with key national and local priorities, including UAE Centennial 2071, the UAE Strategy for the Future and Dubai Government’s vision for greater future readiness and proactive governance.
AI platform tracks global developments
A key factor highlighted in the assessment was GDRFA Dubai’s use of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to identify emerging trends and anticipate change.
Its Future Radar platform monitors global developments and early signals, analyses data and emerging trends, and turns the findings into actionable intelligence to support strategic planning and informed decisions.
