Collaboration between UAE institutions and the public forms the foundation of national crisis preparedness.
Ali Saeed Al Neyadi, Chairman of the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), outlined the advanced action plan the Authority implemented to manage the recent crisis in the United Arab Emirates over the past two days. He stated:
“The National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management System was activated, and operational readiness levels were elevated to address the situation professionally, in line with leading international standards. This ensured the protection of lives, safeguarding of national achievements, and continuity of vital services without any negative impact.”
Speaking amid the ongoing developments, Al Neyadi added:
“Over the past two days, the UAE has witnessed a coordinated national response involving multiple relevant entities. The developments were addressed with a high degree of professionalism, reflecting the highest standards of preparedness and national readiness, with complete harmony and integration among all responding parties.”
Al Neyadi praised the professionalism of field teams:
“We express our deep appreciation for the efforts of all field teams, who carried out their duties with professionalism and national responsibility. Their work reflects a high level of readiness, well-coordinated national efforts, and clear integration of roles. This demonstrates the capability of our national system to respond immediately and in an organized manner, following approved plans and precise procedures,” he said.
He further explained:
“From the very first moment, the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management System was activated, and operational readiness levels were raised based on continuous and comprehensive risk and threat assessments. This ensured the protection of lives, preservation of national gains, and uninterrupted delivery of vital services. What has been achieved today is the result of cumulative institutional efforts grounded in proactive planning, joint national exercises, and the development of sustainable capabilities that enhance the State’s resilience in addressing various scenarios.”
Full cohesion between institutions and the community
Al Neyadi highlighted the crucial role of community cooperation in national preparedness:
“We commend the awareness of community members — both citizens and residents — and their commitment to official directives and instructions. The cohesion, trust, and cooperation demonstrated reflect the strong sense of responsibility that characterizes UAE society. This solidarity between institutions and the community represents a fundamental pillar of the national preparedness system and strengthens our ability to manage challenges with stability and composure,” he said.
He added:
“This phase has once again shown that the UAE possesses a well-established national preparedness system operating within a clear governance framework and a coordinated response at the highest levels. Competent authorities are closely monitoring developments around the clock, continuously assessing the situation, and taking all necessary measures in line with evolving circumstances to ensure the highest levels of readiness. We are confident that the UAE will emerge from this phase stronger and more resilient, guided by the vision of its wise leadership, the efficiency of its institutions, and the awareness of its society.”
He concluded:
“The safety, security, and stability of the community remain an absolute national priority. We call upon everyone to continue following the directives issued by the competent authorities, obtain information only from officially approved channels, and refrain from circulating rumors or unverified reports. We also affirm our commitment to keeping the public informed of all developments with full transparency and clarity.
