Abu Dhabi has been ranked the ‘World’s Safest City’ in 2026, maintaining its position for the tenth consecutive year since 2017.
The achievement is highlighted in a new international report by Numbeo, one of the world’s largest cost-of-living databases and a leading crowdsourced resource for global quality of life data.
This sustained top ranking underscores Abu Dhabi’s global leadership in consolidating security, stability, and quality of life, and highlights the emirate’s standing as a premier international destination for living, working, and investment.
Abu Dhabi’s ‘World’s Safest City’ Title Reflects Visionary Leadership
Lieutenant General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, said that, “The world’s safest city title is the result of a wise leadership vision and the continued support of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, combined with an integrated institutional approach and the dedicated, around-the-clock efforts of Abu Dhabi Police personnel.”
Al Muhairi noted that these efforts are reinforced by advanced proactive strategies, the smart deployment of modern technologies and artificial intelligence, and a strong community partnership that represents the first line of defence in safeguarding societal security and stability.
Major General Sheikh Mohammed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Director General of Abu Dhabi Police, stated that, “This recognition as world’s safest city reflects the Emirate’s and Abu Dhabi Police’s commitment to continuing the journey of development and innovation, moving confidently towards a safer and more sustainable future that places people at the heart of policies and projects, and enhances the confidence of residents and visitors in the advanced level of security systems and policing services.”
