Dubai: The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai has become the first government entity in the world within the immigration and passport sector to achieve a 7-star innovation maturity rating under the standards of the Global Innovation Institute. The Dubai authority scored 9 out of 10 in innovation maturity, marking a major milestone in the emirate’s drive to strengthen institutional innovation and enhance the competitiveness of government services. The recognition reflects GDRFA Dubai’s institutional approach to innovation, built on governance, talent empowerment and transforming ideas into practical solutions aimed at improving services and customer experience. The evaluation was based on a global framework measuring innovation maturity across several areas, including governance, institutional culture, future readiness, talent development, knowledge management and the ability to convert ideas into initiatives with measurable impact on operational efficiency and service quality.…