UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is personally spearheading the nation’s push into artificial intelligence, underscored by a recent high-level meeting with Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, in Abu Dhabi. The discussion focused on cementing a strategic collaboration to accelerate the UAE’s ambition to become a global leader in AI research and application.
A Presidential Vision For AI Leadership
The meeting is a direct reflection of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s vision for the UAE’s future as a knowledge-based economy. The talks centered on strengthening cooperation between the nation’s key entities and OpenAI, ensuring alignment with the country’s national development plans. The ultimate goal is to leverage premier global expertise to build a comprehensive and integrated AI ecosystem within the UAE.
Accelerating The UAE’s AI Infrastructure
This high-level dialogue builds upon the substantial foundational investments the UAE has already committed to AI. The country is actively developing one of the world’s largest AI data centers and pioneering new Arabic-language AI models. These national projects are creating a self-sustaining environment for innovation that supports the strategic international partnerships being forged at the leadership level.
Forging Key International Alliances
Under its leadership, the UAE has consistently strengthened its position in the global tech landscape by fostering powerful relationships with international partners. The dialogue with OpenAI is the latest in a series of strategic moves, including a landmark agreement signed with the United States in May to establish one of the largest AI campuses outside of the U.S. These alliances are crucial for securing access to cutting-edge technology and expertise to realize the nation’s ambitious goals.
About OpenAI
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company. Its mission is to ensure that artificial general intelligence—AI systems that are generally smarter than humans—benefits all of humanity. The company is known for developing advanced AI models such as GPT-4 and DALL-E.
Source: Reuters
