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6/11/24, 8:41 AM Sheikh Hamdan appoints 22 Chief AI Officers across government entities in Dubai
Dubai’s progress and expertise in this sector and consolidate its position as a leader in
creating innovative solutions built 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, aimed at positioning Dubai as a global hub for
the development and deployment of AI solutions,” His Highness added.
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Dubai Universal Blueprint for AI
“The appointment of the new Chief AI Officers in the Dubai government marks the
initial phase toward realising our vision for the future of government work, in line

with the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence. We are confident that
these officers will intensify their efforts and go the extra mile in translating our vision
into reality. Their commitment is crucial in turning our ambitious plans into concrete
actions that will shape the future of AI-enabled government operations in Dubai,” His

Highness said.

Cementing Dubai’s position as a global AI hub
The Chief AI Officer position was established under the Dubai Universal Blueprint

for Artificial Intelligence (DUB.AI), which is designed to enrich the quality of life
and well-being of residents. Additionally, DUB.AI supports Dubai’s endeavor to

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