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analytics. Through this platform, students will develop practical expertise that enhances their employability, while industry partners
benefit from a skilled pipeline of graduates proficient in cutting-edge technologies.

“This initiative marks a transformative milestone in our educational journey. By embedding AI into our curricula, we are
equipping Emirati youth with the future-focused skills needed to lead in a digital economy. Our partnership with Saal.ai
ensures students gain both technical competencies and the innovative mindset to become agile problem-solvers and drivers
of national progress.”

–His Excellency Dr. Faisal Alayyan, President and CEO, HCT.

“At Saal.ai, we believe in the transformative power of technology to drive societal progress. By equipping Emirati students

with practical AI skills and collaborating with public sector entities, we are fostering innovation as well as contributing to the
UAE’s vision of a sustainable and knowledge-based economy.”

–Vikraman Poduval, CEO, Saal.ai.

This partnership is aligned with HCT’s 2023–2028 strategic vision, which prioritizes applied learning, industry engagement, and the
development of future-ready graduates. It also reinforces HCT’s role in delivering high-impact academic experiences that prepare
Emirati students for the demands of an evolving global workforce. More broadly, the collaboration supports the UAE’s national
educational agenda and the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to position the country as a global AI
leader. The strategy envisions integrating AI across sectors such as education, space, technology, energy, and transportation.

Further demonstrating this commitment, the UAE will introduce AI across government school curricula, from kindergarten through

Grade 12, beginning next academic year. This nationwide initiative is part of a long-term strategy to prepare future generations for
the digital era. Globally, the AI industry is projected to reach a market value of USD 15.7 trillion by 2030. For the UAE, AI adoption
is expected to boost GDP by 35 percent (USD 96 billion) and reduce government spending by nearly USD 3 billion through greater
efficiency.

This partnership represents a key milestone in aligning education with national priorities and empowering the next generation of
Emirati innovators and leaders.

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