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At Global Village in Dubai. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

Dubai: The management of Global Village is finalising details for its November 6 opening, including beefing up safety and security and adding new attractions to the theme park.

Senior management at Global Village recently briefed senior government officials in the emirate on the broad range of new developments and initiatives that are set to entice visitors to the the largest outdoor family entertainment attraction in November.

Now in its 19th season, the management met representatives from Dubai Municipality, Dubai Police, Dubai Civil Defence, Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, Dubai Health Authority, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, the Roads and Transport Authority, and the Department of Economic Development to update them on the progress of the park’s latest developments.

They promised a “bigger and better than ever” season this year that will run until April 11, 2015.

Brigadier General Abdullah Ali Abdullah Hassan Gaithi, Director of the General Administration of Security Bodies, Enterprises, and Emergency – Head of Events Security Committee, lauded the new developments that aim to enhance visitor experience, without giving specific details.

“The whole season is gearing up to be a hugely successful six months and we are delighted to be working once again in such close partnership with our colleagues at Global Village,” he said.

Ahmad Hussain, Chief Operating Officer at Global Village, said part of the park’s objectives is to partner with government authorities to ensure the success of operations at the park and ensure the safety and security of everyone.

“One of our primary concerns is the safety of the five million visitors we attract every year which is why we work so closely with the Events Security Team to ensure that everything is up to the highest international standards in Global Village.”