The massive security arrangements that are being made for the New Year’s Eve celebrations in the UAE, particularly in Dubai, highlights the nation’s overriding concern for the safety of its people. The UAE is reportedly among the top 50 safest countries in the world, where tourists can feel utterly safe.

This is one of the handful of nations where women can walk along in the middle of the night without any risk of physical harm.

Such a thing is unthinkable in other countries, such as India, where a woman is easy prey for muggers and criminals. Eveteasing and harassment are the order of the day. The number of rape cases are mounting, with Delhi bearing the ignominy of being the rape capital of that country. Disturbing news of brutal rapes and murder of women in several parts of India have been making headlines. But despite the hullabaloo, the police and the administration have done little to allay fears over women’s security.

Social media has also been abuzz with anger and protests.

Even a small country can jump to the top of the world, and this is what Finland has done: in international country comparisons of positive things, particularly safety. Finland is often among the top countries next to other Nordic countries.

Three thousand policemen will secure the New Year’s celebrations in Dubai that will take place in 25 sites with fireworks and light shows.

Clearly, the country is taking no chances, in order to scupper the dastardly designs of militants who seek to harm it.

The Ministry of Interior uses state-of-the-art technologies to maintain security.

The falcon eye system of Abu Dhabi Police receives a live feed from visual surveillance equipment installed on site and displays data in an integral system that provides warnings and enables quick access to events and incidents.

The system controls roads by monitoring traffic violations such as the use of the hard shoulder, illegal parking and the misuse of roads and dealing with traffic accidents.

Dubai Police is considering launching autonomous, self-driving cars. The robotic vehicles will be equipped with biometric software to scan wanted criminals and those who are suspected of or are actually breaking the law.

The new security system is so advanced that the mini-vehicle even comes with its own drone.

The UAE Government underscores the fact that the nation’s security is a collective responsibility and that individuals can potentially help in beefing up security and preventing crimes. Therefore, it has introduced some security services that enable people to communicate and report any suspicious or harmful incidents directly to the authorities.

The Aman electronic system in Abu Dhabi enables individuals to raise security concerns they encounter. The information is used to assist the security agencies in preventing specifically planned crimes and locating criminals.

The Al Ameen service from Dubai Police helps the residents contact the police with complete confidentiality, round the clock, about any problems or concerns they may have. Among the issues reported: the presence of blacksmith shops that sell knives to teenagers and the receipt of fraudulent text messages by mobile phone users.

Al Najeed Service from Sharjah Police helps a resident report information about crimes or any other threats posing a danger to the stability of society.

My Security is My Neighbour’s Security is a programme for the residents of villas and houses in Sharjah under which residents are encouraged to report any suspicious movement or activity in their neighbourhood and prevent crime.

No wonder businessmen and entrepreneurs are flocking to the country to give it a financial boost. The UAE is also a robust and safe destination for investors from all over the globe.