The Supreme Legislation Committee has actually announced that it will showcase its new and comprehensive portfolio of creative projects particularly created to meet the requirement of Dubai's shift towards smart governance during its participation at the 36th edition of GITEX Technology Week happening in Dubai from October 16 to 20, 2016. This remains in line with its dedication to support the national efforts to promote the smart transformation, making Dubai the world's smartest and happiest city by 2021.

The Supreme Legislation Committee participation at the biggest information and communications technology (ICT) event in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia will concentrate on highlighting the achievements of 'Official Gazette' Portal and 'Official Gazette App.' 'Official Gazette' Portal is a unified knowledge website that plays an essential function in promoting public awareness about legal rights and obligations while 'Official Gazette App' is a significant factor in translating the ambitious vision to create a smart and innovative government.

H.E. Ahmad Bin Meshar, Secretary General of Supreme Legislation Committee, said: "Our presence at GITEX Technology Week 2016 restates our dedication to satisfy our national responsibilities towards Dubai's transformation into a smart city in line with the vision of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai to build a 'Smart, Integrated and Connected City.' By joining the prominent government entities at the 36th edition of GITEX, we eagerly anticipate maintain the momentum accomplished by us during the previous editions of this world-class event. It will likewise offer a perfect opportunity to recognize the latest emerging trends related to smart transformation and highlight our accomplishments in equaling the fast technological development in order to produce favorable legal environment that reflects present developments and connects for the future."

"The current edition is substantial as it will concentrate on re-imagining truths based upon innovative visions and matches our keenness to impart culture of innovation and imagination to develop an integrated legal system that supports the sustainable advancement plans of Dubai and the UAE through updated legislation and sound and efficient legal opinions. We are positive that GITEX 2016 will be a important platform for us to shed light on our projects arranged for 2017 that are lined up with the requirements of Dubai's Smart Government as well as fulfill the have to concerned parties, including legal and legislative entities, regional and federal government authorities, and society. They support our strategic goals to establish the legal process, make sure the efficient enforcement of legislation, and build a legal system that can support the ambitious goals of Dubai Plan 2021," concluded H.E. Bin Meshar.

The Supreme Legislation Committee was established pursuant to Decree No. (23) of 2014 in line with the strategic plans of the Government of Dubai. The committee is entrusted with the policy and review of all issued legislation in Dubai by adopting a clear and efficient procedure and approach; developing the legal procedure and improving legislation quality and effectiveness; producing a legal system that can fulfill the aspirations and visions of the emirate, and ensuring that legal provisions remain in compliance with the Constitution and relevant with both federal and local legislation.