Ministry of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications
| وزارة دولة للذكاء الاصطناعي والاقتصاد الرقمي وتطبيقات العمل عن بعد | |
 Logo of the Ministry of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications | |
| Ministry overview | |
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| Formed | 2020 |
| Jurisdiction | Federal government of the United Arab Emirates |
| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Minister responsible |
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| Website | ai.gov.ae |
The Ministry of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications (Arabic: وزارة دولة للذكاء الاصطناعي والاقتصاد الرقمي وتطبيقات العمل عن بعد) is a government ministry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) responsible for driving the country's artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, fostering the digital economy, and implementing remote work applications. Established in 2020, it is part of the UAE's broader efforts to position itself as a global hub for technological innovation and economic diversification.
History
[edit]The ministry was established in 2020 as part of the UAE's vision to embrace advanced technologies and build a knowledge-based economy.[1][2] It plays a central role in implementing the UAE's Artificial Intelligence Strategy and supports various national and international efforts to integrate AI technologies across different sectors.
Leadership
[edit]The ministry is led by Omar Sultan Al Olama, who was appointed Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications in 2020.[3] He has been a key figure in driving the UAE's efforts to become a global leader in AI governance and digital transformation.[4]
Objectives
[edit]The ministry's primary eight objectives include:[5]
- Build a reputation as an AI Destination;
- Increase the UAE competitive aspects in priority sectors through development of AI;
- Develop a fertile ecosystem for AI;
- Adopt AI across customer services to improve lives and government;
- Attract and train talent for future jobs enabled by AI;
- Bring World-Leading research capability to work with target industries;
- Provide the data and supporting infrastructure essential to become a test-bed for AI;
- Ensure strong governance and effective regulation.
Key initiatives
[edit]UAE Charter for the Development and Use of AI
[edit]In July 2024, the ministry launched the UAE Charter for the Development and Use of AI. The charter outlines principles for the ethical development and use of AI technologies, aligning with the UAE's broader AI strategy.[6]
International AI policy
[edit]In October 2024, the UAE Cabinet approved the country's stance on international AI governance. This policy reinforces the UAE's global leadership in AI and aligns with international frameworks on technology governance.[7]
Global engagement
[edit]The UAE actively participates in global discussions on AI governance and the digital economy. In 2024, the UAE sought closer AI and technology ties with the United States to strengthen its tech industry and gain greater access to advanced technologies.[8]
References
[edit]- ^ "The new UAE government structure announced – UAE BARQ". Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ "UAE orders government shakeup as virus erodes economic gains". www.timesofisrael.com. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Katzenberg, Jeffrey (2 October 2024). "2024 TIME100 Next: Omar Al Olama". TIME. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
- ^ "Omar Sultan Al Olama". World Economic Forum. Archived from the original on 18 September 2024. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
- ^ "Strategy". Artificial Intelligence Office, UAE. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ "WAM". Archived from the original on 13 September 2024. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
- ^ "Cabinet approves UAE's stance on AI Policy to reinfore its global leadership in technology". www.mofa.gov.ae. Retrieved 22 December 2024.
- ^ "UAE seeks closer AI, tech ties in Biden talks as China interest stirs US concern". Reuters. 23 September 2024. Retrieved 22 December 2024.