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Dubai Leadership Appoints 22 Chief AI Officers For

Government Innovation

By OneArabia

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and
Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has reaffirmed the emirate's commitment to
developing an AI-enabled government model. This initiative is part of a broader vision led
by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime
Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a global leader in government innovation.

Sheikh Hamdan made these remarks during the appointment of 22 Chief Artificial
Intelligence Officers across various government entities in Dubai. These officers will lead
specialised plans and programmes in AI and advanced technology. "We have approved the
appointment of 22 Chief AI Officers across government entities in Dubai as part of a
forward-looking vision aimed at leveraging AI to enhance government operations," Sheikh
Hamdan said.

He added that this initiative would advance Dubai's expertise in AI and solidify its position
as a leader in creating innovative solutions based on advanced technology. "The
accelerated adoption of AI, alongside the development of its tools and applications,
represents a cornerstone of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al
Maktoum," he noted.

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