The Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation has been awarded the “Government Legal Team of the Year 2025” at the LexisNexis Middle East Legal Awards, which are regarded as some of the most prestigious legal accolades in the region, recognizing outstanding legal achievements across the Middle East.
The corporation’s legal affairs department received this honor in recognition of the exceptional professionalism demonstrated by its legal team, along with its significant role in advancing the legal framework within the organization and its affiliated entities. Additionally, the award highlights their commitment to the highest standards of governance, transparency, and innovation in legal practices.
In this context, Nasser Al Neyadi, the CEO of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, expressed pride in this accomplishment, stating, “This award reflects a tangible acknowledgment of our legal team’s efforts, which play a pivotal role in our organization’s success in fostering a developed legislative and regulatory environment. We believe in the strategic importance of law as a driver for achieving sustainable development goals, hence we continuously strive to enhance our teams through ongoing development and specialized training.”
He further added, “Legal excellence is not only an objective in itself but also a foundation that enables us to create an attractive and reliable investment environment, supporting Dubai’s government vision of transforming into an advanced knowledge economy. We are committed to further enhancing our legal framework in line with international best practices, embodying our steadfast commitment to good governance and transparency.”
<p Dr. Hamad Al Hosani, the head of the legal affairs department, who accepted the award on behalf of the corporation during the awards ceremony held in Dubai amidst notable legal leaders from the region, remarked, “This recognition is a significant motivation for us to continue delivering innovative legal solutions that support the strategic goals of the corporation and contribute to realizing the future vision of the Dubai government.”
He added, “We take pride in this achievement, which reflects our team spirit and the culture of excellence we are dedicated to cultivating. We look forward to further successes in the future, supporting quality legal initiatives and making strategic decisions that will enhance the corporation’s standing at both local and regional levels.”