Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, has recently designated 22 Chief AI Officers in the Dubai Government. This strategic decision aligns with a visionary approach to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for improving government processes.

The appointment of these AI leaders signifies the initial phase in realizing the future-oriented strategy of the Dubai Government towards enhancing operational efficiency. It is an integral part of Dubai's annual agenda designed to expedite the integration and utilization of AI technologies.

In a statement shared on social media platform X, Sheikh Hamdan expressed, “Today witnessed the approval of 22 Chief AI Officers within the Dubai Government, reflecting a futuristic perspective dedicated to harnessing AI for the enhancement of governmental functions. This initiative underscores Dubai's commitment to advancing in this sector and positioning itself as a pioneer in innovative solutions driven by cutting-edge technology and upcoming tools.”

He further articulated, “The assignment of AI executives in the Dubai Government denotes the initial phase of our endeavor to bring our vision for the future of governmental operations to fruition, as depicted in Dubai's annual strategy to accelerate the adoption of AI applications. Their role is paramount in intensifying endeavors and diligently working towards realizing this vision, thereby impacting governmental processes and society positively.”

Sheikh Hamdan emphasized the significance of expediting AI adoption and fostering inventive solutions grounded on AI tools and technologies as a pivotal aspect of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and the Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a leading global center for the development and application of AI solutions.