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26 May 2026

National Anti Narcotics Authority (Video)

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Dr. Hassan Elhais

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Dr. Hassan Elhais, a long-standing member of the prestigious Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants, is a renowned legal consultant in the UAE, specializing in family law, criminal law, civil law, company incorporation, construction law, banking law, inheritance law, and arbitration. Dr. Elhais has gained wide recognition in the country, winning numerous awards and accolades. He was declared the Legal Consultant of the Year in 2026 by Leaders in Law. He was also elected as the co-chair of the ‘Relocation of Children Committee’ of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), a worldwide association of practicing lawyers, widely regarded as the most experienced and skilled family law specialists in their respective countries. Dr. Hassan Elhais’s continued recognition in the 2025 Chambers and Partners rankings for Family/Matrimonial services to High-Net-Worth individuals in the UAE from 2022-2025.
The UAE government has established a new federal authority dedicated to combating drug trafficking and narcotics-related offenses. This significant regulatory development introduces a specialized body to coordinate anti-narcotics efforts across the Emirates. The creation of this authority signals a strengthened approach to drug enforcement and control within the UAE's legal framework.
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In this video, The UAE government has ruled to establish a federal authority under the name “National Anti-Narcotics Authority” (“Authority”) to combat drug trafficking and other offences related to narcotics drugs, under Federal Decree-Law No. 2 of 2025.

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