UAE Assumes Chair of INTERPOL’s Committee on Governance

In a significant development for international policing and law enforcement diplomacy, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been elected as the Chair of the INTERPOL Committee on Governance, marking a pivotal moment in its rise as a global security leader. The election, held at INTERPOL’s headquarters in Lyon, France on April 11, 2025, saw Lt. Col. Dana Humaid Al Marzouqi secure 67% of the votes from INTERPOL’s member states. This achievement reflects growing trust in the UAE’s commitment to transparent, inclusive governance and international law enforcement cooperation.

Key Highlights

Chair Appointment

• UAE elected as Chair of INTERPOL’s Committee on Governance.
• Lt. Col. Dana Humaid Al Marzouqi, Director General of the International Affairs Bureau at UAE Ministry of Interior, appointed Chair.
• Received 67% support from INTERPOL member states.

Significance

• A first-time victory for the UAE on such a key INTERPOL platform.
• Reflects UAE’s global credibility in policing, security, and international cooperation.
• Enhances UAE’s diplomatic presence and strategic influence in law enforcement policymaking.

Leadership Reactions

• HH Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed (Deputy PM & Minister of Interior): Celebrated the victory as a milestone in global trust and leadership.
• Lt. Col. Dana: Committed to ensuring fair, inclusive, and transparent governance within INTERPOL.

Role of the Committee on Governance

• Reviews and enhances INTERPOL’s internal processes, constitution, and legislative frameworks.
• Advises the General Assembly on rule amendments and interpretations.
• Established as a permanent standing committee in late 2024 by INTERPOL’s 92nd General Assembly.
• Composed of high-level governance and international law experts.

Mandate & Responsibilities of UAE as Chair

• Chair term: Two years.

UAE will,

• Lead committee meetings and decision-making processes.
• Represent the committee to the General Assembly and Executive Committee.
• Coordinate among INTERPOL’s member states for successful implementation of policies.

Strategic Outcomes

• Strengthens UAE’s soft power in international organizations.
• Positions the UAE as a leading nation in global law enforcement reforms.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	UAE Assumes Chair of INTERPOL’s Committee on Governance
Elected Country	United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Chairperson	Lt. Col. Dana Humaid Al Marzouqi
Position Director	General, International Affairs Bureau, UAE Ministry of Interior
Place of Election	INTERPOL HQ, Lyon, France
Winning Vote Share	67% of INTERPOL member state votes
Committee Name	INTERPOL Committee on Governance
Committee Established	Late 2024 (by 92nd INTERPOL General Assembly)
Tenure as Chair	2 years