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UAE AI Strategy 2031

Middle EastUnited Arab Emirates

Summary

Launched in 2017, the UAE AI Strategy 2031 is a comprehensive plan to establish the UAE as a global leader in artificial intelligence by 2031. The strategy aims to make the UAE the first country in the world to appoint a Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence and to integrate AI across various sectors.

Key Obligations

  • Boost government performance through AI technologies
  • Create a new vital market with high economic value
  • Make the UAE a testbed for AI technology
  • Attract and train talent for AI-related jobs
  • Provide the necessary infrastructure for AI development

Enforcement

Regulator

Penalties

Not applicable (voluntary framework)

Audit Mechanism

Applicable To

  • Government entities
  • Private sector organizations operating in the UAE
  • AI developers and implementers
  • Educational institutions

AI-GPM Coverage

Our platform provides comprehensive mapping to UAE AI Strategy requirements and helps organizations align their AI initiatives with national priorities.

Overview

Launched in 2017, the UAE AI Strategy 2031 is a comprehensive plan to establish the UAE as a global leader in artificial intelligence by 2031. The strategy aims to make the UAE the first country in the world to appoint a Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence and to integrate AI across various sectors.

While primarily a national strategy rather than a regulatory framework, the UAE AI Strategy sets expectations for AI development and deployment within the country and influences subsequent AI regulations in the region.

Key Focus Areas

Strategic Objectives

  • 1
    Boost government performance at all levels by investing in AI technologies and tools
  • 2
    Create a new vital market with high economic value by establishing an AI industry in the UAE
  • 3
    Make the UAE a testbed for AI technology by developing a progressive regulatory framework

Sector Applications

  • 4
    Transport: Reduce accidents and operational costs, and increase productivity
  • 5
    Healthcare: Minimize chronic and dangerous diseases by implementing AI-supported preventive healthcare
  • 6
    Space: Conduct experiments and support decision-making in space missions
  • 7
    Renewable energy: Manage facilities and reduce costs
  • 8
    Water: Conduct research and develop necessary technologies
  • 9
    Technology: Increase productivity and general spending
  • 10
    Education: Cut costs and enhance desire for education
  • 11
    Environment: Increase forestation rate and planting accuracy
  • 12
    Traffic: Reduce accidents and traffic congestion

Implementation Timeline

1

October 2017

Launch of the UAE AI Strategy 2031

2

2018-2019

Establishment of AI governance structures and initial pilot projects

3

2020-2025

Expansion of AI implementation across government services and key sectors

4

2026-2031

Full integration of AI across all government sectors and achievement of leadership position

How Our Platform Helps

Strategic Alignment

Our platform helps organizations align their AI initiatives with the UAE AI Strategy 2031, identifying opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Sector-Specific Solutions

Tailored compliance and governance solutions for each of the nine sectors prioritized in the UAE AI Strategy.

Regulatory Navigation

Stay updated on evolving UAE AI regulations and ensure your AI systems comply with local requirements.

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