The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has released its 2025-2026 Business Plan, aimed at advancing regulatory excellence and innovation within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
Aligned with Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33, Digital Dubai, and the DIFC 2030 Strategy, the Plan focuses on key priorities: strengthening regulatory frameworks, fostering innovation, and driving sustainable economic growth. The DFSA’s strategy is built around four strategic themes: ensuring an effective regulatory framework, enhancing engagement with stakeholders, embracing technological advancements, and promoting long-term sustainability.
Fadel Al Ali, DFSA Chairman, commented: “Our Business Plan reinforces our commitment to global standards and best practices. By enhancing regulatory frameworks and embracing digital transformation, we aim to support DIFC’s growth and contribute to Dubai’s economic success.”
Key priorities for the period include reinforcing a risk-based regulatory approach, fostering innovation in fintech and AI, and improving cybersecurity resilience. The DFSA will work with federal authorities to combat financial crime, expand its Threat Intelligence Platform, and ensure compliance with international standards. Additionally, there will be a continued focus on developing talent, particularly Emirati professionals, to ensure the DFSA remains agile and future-ready.
Ian Johnston, DFSA’s Chief Executive, added: “Our plan emphasises agility, collaboration, and regulatory excellence, which are vital for DIFC’s continued success in a dynamic global financial landscape.”