Abu Dhabi: Rabdan Academy, a specialized institution focusing on safety, security, defense, emergency preparedness, and crisis management, has entered into a strategic agreement with Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy (ADGMA), the educational arm of the international financial center in Abu Dhabi.
This collaboration aims to strengthen the safety and security framework within Abu Dhabi’s financial sector, aligning with the comprehensive vision of both institutions involved.
The signing ceremony took place during the Problem Statements and Risk Edition symposium organized by ADGMA Research Centre. The event was attended by His Excellency James Morse, President of Rabdan Academy, and representatives from both organizations.

We warmly welcome this exceptional partnership with the Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy, which aligns with the national strategies to combat financial crimes and terrorism financing. Through coordination, collaboration, and knowledge exchange, we are confident that we can enhance the capabilities of organisations and individuals while developing highly qualified national professionals capable of combating financial crimes on a global scale.
Mr. James Morse, President of Rabdan Academy, shared.
Mr. Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the ADGMA Board of Directors, commented that “we are delighted to partner with Rabdan Academy to enhance the safety and security measures across the UAE’s growing financial sector through systems that keep research and innovation in its core.”

Through this strategic partnership, the two academies will enhance research, development, and innovation in the field of safety and security within Abu Dhabi’s financial sector. Joint working teams will be established to develop and deliver specialized academic and professional programs focused on combatting financial crimes, including areas such as money laundering, terrorist financing, proliferation financing, cybersecurity, and other related fields.
The two parties will collaborate on joint programmes, projects, conferences and workshops. The entities will also provide consultations, and case study activities along with the opportunity to discuss business development, technology and artificial intelligence related to the field.