UAE drug bust: Dubai Customs assist Canadian authorities, seize 547kg drugs

The drugs were discovered in shipping containers originating from an unidentified Asian country and destined for Canada, according to a report by Emirates News Agency (WAM) on Sunday.

Safeguarding global supply chain: Dubai Customs

While specific details about the haul were not disclosed, Ahmed Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs and CEO of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, praised the exceptional work of Dubai Customs officers.

“We commend the Dubai Customs officers for their exceptional work in intelligence analysis, shipment tracking and the seamless exchange of information and expertise in all aspects of security and customs operations with various entities,” he said.

Khaled Al Mansouri, Director of the intelligence department, emphasized that combating international crime is a primary focus for the agency.

He stated that the UAE aims to strengthen its global security standing and devotes all its resources and capabilities to safeguarding the global supply chain.

“With internally developed innovative systems, Dubai Customs effectively analyses data and monitors high-risk operations, driven by its skilled workforce,” he said.

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Musabih highlighted the pivotal role played by Dubai Customs in strengthening ties between the UAE and other countries.

He stated that the agency’s primary focus is on facilitating smooth trade operations, fostering increased commercial exchange, and collaborating to combat organised crimes.

“These efforts have earned widespread acclaim from the World Trade Organisation, the World Customs Organisation and the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol), further enhancing the UAE’s global competitiveness,” he said.