World Police Summit 2026 will bring together law enforcement professionals, policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Hosted by Dubai Police, the summit focuses on advancing public safety and enhancing security through collaboration, innovation, and strategic insights. The event provides a platform for global policing communities to discuss emerging challenges, explore new technologies, and share approaches for the future of law enforcement.
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The summit was inaugurated in 2021 and has grown into an international forum featuring representatives from law enforcement agencies, government organizations, and industry. Previous editions have welcomed participants from over 110 countries, including representatives from organizations such as the FBI, NYPD, LAPD, Metropolitan Police, Australian Federal Police, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and German Police.
When is the WPS?
World Police Summit 2026 will take place from 16–18 November 2026.
The event will run for three days at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE.
Themes
World Police Summit 2026 will address key areas shaping the future of policing and public safety.
Themes include:
Public Safety Innovation
The summit will explore technologies, strategies, and solutions designed to support evolving law enforcement requirements.
Future Policing
Discussions will focus on emerging trends, challenges, and approaches shaping the next era of policing.
Security Technologies
The exhibition and conference will showcase technologies supporting law enforcement operations, including innovative public safety solutions.
Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange
The summit will bring together global experts and decision-makers to share expertise and discuss practical solutions to current and emerging challenges.
What’s On?
World Police Summit 2026 will feature a combination of exhibitions, expert discussions, workshops, and awards.
The event will include:
Exhibition
The exhibition will showcase the latest public safety technologies through country pavilions, a Demonstration Hub, an Investor Program, and a Startup Arena, allowing companies to present innovative solutions.
Thematic Theaters
Expert-led discussions and fireside chats will examine key topics driving the future of policing, covering emerging trends, challenges, and solutions for public safety.
Roundtables and Workshops
Dedicated sessions will provide opportunities for law enforcement professionals to share knowledge and explore practical approaches to current and future challenges.
Awards
The Summit Awards will recognize achievements and contributions in law enforcement, celebrating innovations and developments in public safety and policing.
Speakers
World Police Summit 2026 will feature global law enforcement leaders, experts, and innovators.
Previous and expected participating organizations include:
- FBI
- NYPD
- LAPD
- Metropolitan Police
- Australian Federal Police
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- German Police
The summit will feature 300+ global speakers, alongside 922+ global leaders and 85+ Chiefs of Police.
Previous Highlights
The World Police Summit has grown since its launch in 2021, attracting international participation from law enforcement agencies, government representatives, and industry organizations.
The 2025 edition recorded close to 53,000 visitors from over 110 countries, with more than 170 exhibitors participating across safety and security sectors.
Previous editions have included:
- Global expert discussions on the future of policing
- Technology showcases focused on public safety solutions
- Thematic sessions addressing emerging challenges
- Recognition of achievements through the Summit Awards
Where is the World Police Summit?
Dubai World Trade Centre
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
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