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growth. At SAP, we are committed to upholding the principles of relevant,
reliable, and responsible AI, which empower individuals to excel in creative
problem-solving. Our collaboration with Dubai and the UAE Government
reaffirms SAP’s commitment to supporting the public and private sectors' efforts
to establish Dubai as a global AI hub.”

Naim Yazbeck, General Manager of Microsoft UAE, said, “Collaboration across
public, private, and academic sectors is essential to unlocking the potential of
transformative technology and ensuring its benefits are accessible to all. The AI
Retreat provides a valuable platform for collaboration and dialogue on AI's
challenges and opportunities. Our participation underscores our commitment to
empowering individuals and organisations in the UAE and beyond. We look
forward to engaging with industry leaders, developers, innovators, and
policymakers to establish strategies that accelerate AI adoption and development
in a safe and responsible manner.”

Shukri Eid, General Manager, Gulf, Levant and Pakistan for IBM, said, “The
UAE's visionary leadership has positioned the country at the forefront of AI
adoption and innovation, fostering a dynamic ecosystem for technological
advancements. As a global leader in AI innovation, we are dedicated to helping
shape the future of AI for the betterment of society by serving as catalysts for
driving progress, fostering partnerships, and ensuring that AI continues to benefit
society in meaningful ways.”

Partners participating in the AI Retreat will support the initiative’s objectives to
design innovative solutions for both future and simultaneous implementation.
These solutions include impactful initiatives that leverage AI to enhance
sustainable development and improve the quality of life for societies around the
world.

The event will cement Dubai’s position as a global laboratory for enabling the
development and adoption of AI applications in a way that benefits humanity. The
retreat also offers a platform for announcing groundbreaking initiatives, sharing
success stories, and forging strategic partnerships that boost AI adoption in
government and the private sector.

The retreat will host sessions, panel discussions, specialised workshops, and
high-profile roundtable discussions centred around four key themes, namely
‘Funding and Financial’, ‘Infrastructure’, ‘Data Enablement’, and ‘Talent
Development’.

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