Dubai: The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs - Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) has won the Distinguished Innovation in the Government Sector award at the Global Innovation Awards 2025. The award, presented by the Global Innovation Institute (GInI), recognizes the 'Red Carpet' project at Dubai airports.
According to Emirates News Agency, this achievement coincides with the first anniversary of the launch of the 'Red Carpet' smart corridor. The corridor allows travelers to complete travel procedures within seconds through a system powered by artificial intelligence and biometric technologies, eliminating the need to present any documents.
Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of GDRFA Dubai, stated that the achievement reflects the leadership's vision of embedding innovation as a core government approach. He emphasized that the success of the 'Red Carpet' project marks an important milestone in GDRFA Dubai's journey towards developing innovative government models that prioritize people, enhance quality of life, and reinforce global trust.
Brigadier Abdul Samad Hussein Al Blooshi, Assistant Director-General for the Pioneering and Future Affairs Sector, highlighted that the project showcases GDRFA Dubai's ability to anticipate the future and adopt innovative solutions aligned with global transformations. He noted that the 'Red Carpet' represents a practical model of how advanced technologies can be leveraged to develop proactive services that enhance the readiness of the government ecosystem for the future.
Lieutenant Colonel Salem Mohammed bin Ali, Deputy Assistant Director-General for Pioneering and Future Affairs, mentioned that the project embodies integrated institutional efforts to transform innovation into a real-life experience. He stressed that the goal is to develop solutions that place people at the center of services, translating innovation into a seamless experience that reflects operational efficiency and service quality.
The project represents an advanced model in leveraging innovation to redefine the border crossing experience, aligning with Dubai's vision of developing advanced digital government services.