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8/14/24, 10:21 AM DGHR organises second edition of Human Resources Forum for 2024
workforce’s future.

Abdulla Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director-General of the Dubai Government Human Resources
Department, said: “The second edition of Human Resources Forum showcases DGHR’s

commitment to enhancing the skills and capabilities of the workforce, in light of the rapid
technological developments, particularly in AI. The initiative is in line with the ambitious vision

of our wise leadership to position Dubai Government as one of the best globally in leveraging
AI across its institutions. We, at DGHR, are dedicated to upskilling and reskilling the

workforce, as it is vital for ensuring sustainable growth and maintaining competitiveness in the
labour market. The forum serves as an ideal platform to share expertise and showcase local
and global initiatives that ensure a prosperous future that is based on knowledge and

innovation, especially amidst the exceptional opportunities and prevalent challenges that AI
presents,”

“We reaffirm our commitment to empowering our national cadres and equipping them with the

requisite skills to drive digital transformation. DGHR has been dedicated to bolstering Dubai’s
efforts towards becoming the smartest city in the world across all sectors. This is in line with

the wise vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President
and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which is aimed at enhancing the quality of

life in Dubai, and boosting its competitiveness globally, further positioning it as the best city in
the work to live, work and visit,” H.E. Al Falasi, added.

Forum Agenda
H.E. Dr. Saeed Aldhaheri, Director of the Centre for Futures Studies, University of Dubai,

gave a presentation titled ‘Upskilling and Reskilling the Skills of the Workforce in the Era of
Artificial Intelligence’, during which he highlighted global trends that are impacting the future of

workforce skills, including technologies such as AI and automation. It also focussed on key
areas such as the transition from hiring for jobs to hiring for skills, green economy,

sustainability, social responsibility, improvement of leadership roles, and data-driven human
resources. H.E. further emphasised on the importance of enhancing workforce skills to stay

abreast with digital transformations.

Additionally, Mariam Al Suwaidi, senior vice president of shared services at ADNOC Sour

Gas, gave an in-depth presentation titled ‘ADNOC Academy: The Stages of Developing and

Building Workforce Skills’, showcasing ADNOC’s experience in enhancing employees’ skills.
She further highlighted innovative strategies devised by the company in the areas of lifelong
learning and skill development to ensure its competitiveness and maintaining sustainable

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