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Zawya
21-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi promotes teamwork among government leaders in emirate
The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) successfully concluded the 7th Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Forum, reinforcing its commitment to developing future-ready leadership. Under the theme Leading to Build a Thriving Community, the Leadership Forum Series for 2025 focused on strengthening leadership bonds, fostering collaboration, and driving collective progress. Held in line with the aspirations of the UAE Year of Community, the series aimed at empowering and inspiring Abu Dhabi's leadership ecosystem, playing a transformative role in shaping the emirate's future. The Forum brought together more than 100 senior government officials, including undersecretaries, directors-general, and executive directors. Participants strengthened their ability to navigate complex challenges and think strategically while reinforcing the power of collective leadership required to drive Abu Dhabi's transformation agenda forward. His Excellency Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of DGE, underscored the forum's focus on nurturing the next generation of talent. His Excellency said: 'Great government starts with great people. When we invest in leadership, we invest in the future of Abu Dhabi. The Government Leadership Forum is about creating an environment where leaders can grow, collaborate, and shape meaningful change. By upholding our commitment to nurture our talent, equip teams with future-ready skills, and foster a culture of learning, the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi is enabling a workforce that is prepared, resilient, and empowered to lead.' The Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Forum reflects Abu Dhabi Government's unwavering commitment to making government work better through people. The forum is part of an ongoing effort to foster a culture of knowledge sharing and promote networking across the public sector to build the capabilities required for the future. Led by renowned performance scientist Nikki McLeary, the experiential approach placed more than 100 senior government officials in simulated high-stakes leadership scenarios, where decision-making, adaptability, and collaboration were put to the test. Nikki McLeary, Performance Scientist, said: "Today, we witnessed unity, strength, and adaptability – key qualities of resilient leadership. What stood out was the leaders' ability to step beyond their roles, collaborate effectively, and make agile decisions under challenging conditions. The passion, determination, and commitment demonstrated throughout the forum show that Abu Dhabi's leadership is not only future-ready but deeply committed to the success of its people.' The successful conclusion of this year's forum reflects the continued commitment to nurturing future talent in Abu Dhabi's public sector. DGE brought together expertise from across government and provided a practical, hands-on experience that challenged leaders to develop new ways of thinking and strengthen collaboration while reinforcing a culture of continued growth and learning.
Al Etihad
20-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi promotes teamwork among government leaders in emirate
20 Mar 2025 15:05 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) successfully concluded the 7th Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Forum, reinforcing its commitment to developing future-ready leadership. Under the theme Leading to Build a Thriving Community, the Leadership Forum Series for 2025 focused on strengthening leadership bonds, fostering collaboration, and driving collective in line with the aspirations of the UAE Year of Community, the series aimed at empowering and inspiring Abu Dhabi's leadership ecosystem, playing a transformative role in shaping the emirate's Forum brought together more than 100 senior government officials, including undersecretaries, directors-general, and executive strengthened their ability to navigate complex challenges and think strategically while reinforcing the power of collective leadership required to drive Abu Dhabi's transformation agenda of DGE, His Excellency Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, underscored the forum's focus on nurturing the next generation of talent. His Excellency said, 'Great government starts with great people. When we invest in leadership, we invest in the future of Abu Dhabi. The Government Leadership Forum is about creating an environment where leaders can grow, collaborate, and shape meaningful change. By upholding our commitment to nurture our talent, equip teams with future-ready skills, and foster a culture of learning, the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi is enabling a workforce that is prepared, resilient, and empowered to lead.'The Abu Dhabi Government Leadership Forum reflects Abu Dhabi Government's unwavering commitment to making government work better through people. The forum is part of an ongoing effort to foster a culture of knowledge sharing and promote networking across the public sector to build the capabilities required for the future. Led by renowned performance scientist Nikki McLeary, the experiential approach placed more than 100 senior government officials in simulated high-stakes leadership scenarios, where decision-making, adaptability, and collaboration were put to the Scientist, Nikki McLeary, said, "Today, we witnessed unity, strength, and adaptability – key qualities of resilient leadership. What stood out was the leaders' ability to step beyond their roles, collaborate effectively, and make agile decisions under challenging conditions. The passion, determination, and commitment demonstrated throughout the forum show that Abu Dhabi's leadership is not only future-ready but deeply committed to the success of its people."The successful conclusion of this year's forum reflects the continued commitment to nurturing future talent in Abu Dhabi's public sector. DGE brought together expertise from across government and provided a practical, hands-on experience that challenged leaders to develop new ways of thinking and strengthen collaboration while reinforcing a culture of continued growth and learning.
Gulf Business
19-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Abu Dhabi partners with Microsoft, Core42 for sovereign cloud system
Image: Supplied The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) has announced a significant partnership with Microsoft and Core42, a subsidiary of G42, to implement a cutting-edge sovereign cloud system aimed at enhancing the efficiency and innovation of government services. The multi-year agreement was formally signed by Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, chairman of DGE – Abu Dhabi, Satya Nadella, chairman and CEO of Microsoft, and Peng Xiao, group CEO of G42. The new collaboration will create a high-performance sovereign cloud computing environment designed to process over 11 million daily digital interactions across Abu Dhabi government entities, businesses, citizens, and residents. 'This partnership is a critical milestone in our digital transformation,' said Al Kuttab. 'By combining Microsoft's cloud technologies, G42's AI expertise, and the Government's strategic vision, we are helping to enable a powerful platform that will redefine government services.' Abu Dhabi aims to be a fully AI-native government by 2027 Abu Dhabi's ambitious goal is to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. The initiative will enhance government services by increasing efficiency, improving accessibility for citizens and residents, creating greater transparency for businesses and investors, and fostering a more resilient and innovative public sector workforce. Microsoft, Core42 supporting AI adoption in public sector Nadella emphasised the role of AI in transforming government operations: 'AI will transform how governments operate and serve their citizens everywhere, and Abu Dhabi is leading the way. Through our partnership with the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi and G42, we are setting a standard for AI adoption in the public sector.' The agreement also aligns with the Abu Dhabi government's commitment to digital infrastructure, with a significant Dhs13bn ($3.54bn) investment under the Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027. The strategy includes the deployment of over 200 AI-driven solutions aimed at improving public service delivery, boosting productivity, and promoting environmental sustainability. Among the initiatives already underway is TAMM 3.0, Abu Dhabi's one-stop government services app, which has reduced offline customer visits by 90 per cent and enabled over 73 per cent of transactions to be processed instantly. Peng Xiao, group CEO of G42, noted the transformative nature of the partnership: 'This agreement marks a pivotal step in G42's commitment to supporting Abu Dhabi's vision of becoming the world's first fully AI-native government. ' This collaboration reflects Abu Dhabi's vision of building a resilient, future-ready digital infrastructure, positioning AI modernisation as a key element of its strategy to provide efficient, people-centric services while adhering to the highest global standards of innovation. Read: M
Al Bawaba
19-03-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Abu Dhabi to become first AI government by 2027
Published March 19th, 2025 - 03:46 GMT ALBAWABA – The Abu Dhabi Government has signed a major agreement with Microsoft, the American multinational technology company, and Core42, a G42 company that empowers individuals, enterprises, and nations to unlock AI's full potential through its comprehensive enablement capabilities. Also Read Microsoft's new AI model competes with OpenAI Abu Dhabi Government signs AI agreement The Abu Dhabi Government has announced the signing of a new strategic artificial intelligence (AI) deal with Microsoft and G42. The agreement is aimed at focusing on AI technologies and services in the country. The two companies will collaborate to integrate their cloud technologies and AI expertise. The government aims to enhance its digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, with the goal of improving service efficiency by processing over 11 million digital interactions per day. The Abu Dhabi Government has dedicated a total budget of approximately $3.54 billion (Dh13 billion) towards artificial intelligence (AI) development. (Shutterstock) Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), stated: 'This partnership is a critical milestone in our digital transformation. By integrating Microsoft's cloud technologies with G42's AI expertise, we are creating a powerful platform that will redefine government services.'According to sources, the Abu Dhabi Government aims to become the world's first artificial intelligence (AI) government by 2027. Additionally, the government has dedicated a total budget of approximately $3.54 billion (Dh13 billion). 'AI will transform how governments operate, and Abu Dhabi is leading the way. This partnership sets a standard for AI adoption in the public sector,' commented Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft. Also Read Musk partners with UAE government to launch Dubai Loop project © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
