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The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Center is launching its Resilience Forum 2026 on January 27, bringing together government entities, local and international experts to enhance institutional resilience and emergency preparedness. The two-day event, held at Erth Hotel in Abu Dhabi, represents a strategic platform for sharing best practices in crisis management and business continuity across critical sectors.
According to the organizing center, the resilience forum will feature participation from various government bodies and companies in the emirate alongside specialized professionals from around the world. The gathering aims to discuss the latest practices and pioneering experiences in strengthening Abu Dhabi’s readiness and institutional resilience capabilities.
Major Announcements and Recognition Ceremonies
The opening day will feature several significant announcements, including the center’s confirmation as host for the Understanding Risk Global Forum 2026 (UR26). Additionally, the event will celebrate the graduation of the fourth and fifth cohorts from the Alternative Service Program, marking an important milestone in emergency preparedness training.
The center will also recognize multiple entities that have successfully completed compliance requirements for the National Business Continuity Standard. This recognition underscores ongoing efforts to standardize emergency response capabilities across Abu Dhabi’s institutional landscape.
International Expertise and Knowledge Exchange
The resilience forum includes dialogue sessions featuring international speakers who will present innovative insights on global trends in crisis management. These sessions will explore developments in business continuity and methodologies for preparing for future risks, according to event organizers.
Furthermore, the program showcases volunteering experiences in emergency, crisis and disaster management as a supporting pillar for raising community preparedness. The growing partnerships aim to enhance knowledge and experience exchange between Abu Dhabi and advanced international organizations.
Focus on Business Continuity and Recovery Systems
The opening day agenda includes specialized dialogue sessions and presentations highlighting best practices in recovery systems and methods for restoring vital services after disruptions. These technical discussions address practical challenges faced by organizations during crisis situations and recovery phases.
Meanwhile, participants will examine approaches to institutional preparedness development through in-depth analysis of current capabilities and future requirements. The sessions emphasize adopting innovative solutions and advanced technologies to enhance organizational response and recovery efficiency.
Leadership Commitment to Emergency Management
Matar Saeed Al Neyadi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Center, emphasized that organizing the resilience forum reflects the Abu Dhabi government’s commitment to strengthening emergency management systems. According to Al Neyadi, the event serves as a strategic platform gathering elite leaders, experts and specialists locally and internationally to exchange knowledge and review pioneering experiences.
Al Neyadi stated that Abu Dhabi continues developing an integrated system for emergency, crisis and disaster management based on effective partnerships, experience exchange, and adoption of innovative solutions. He added that the forum will contribute to establishing a culture of risk foresight and future preparedness while supporting innovation in business continuity and recovery.
Regional Leadership in Risk Understanding
The director general highlighted that the resilience forum will enhance Abu Dhabi’s position as an advanced regional and international center in risk understanding and building sustainable systems capable of adapting to various challenges. This positioning aligns with broader objectives to protect developmental achievements across different circumstances.
In contrast to traditional emergency management approaches, the forum emphasizes proactive risk assessment and adaptive methodologies. Participating organizations will gain insights into developing more resilient frameworks that ensure service continuity during disruptions.
The Resilience Forum 2026 concludes on January 28 with comprehensive sessions reviewing the latest trends in business continuity and risk management alongside discussions on developing the emirate’s institutional preparedness system. The forum’s insights, recommendations and international participation are expected to strengthen government entities’ capabilities to adopt more adaptive methodologies and enable Abu Dhabi to cement its position as a regional and international reference in risk understanding and effective solutions for ensuring vital service sustainability.
