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Mid East Info
3 days ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Ministry of Finance Welcomes Executive Leadership Programme Delegation from the Republic of Indonesia to Showcase Best Government Practices
Mariam Al Amiri: We believe in the importance of knowledge partnerships that enable government institutions to advance confidently towards the future The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) welcomed a high-level delegation from the Executive Leadership Programme of the Republic of Indonesia, as part of a field visit aimed at exchanging knowledge and exploring best practices in areas such as the digital transformation of government services, medium-term financial planning, and zero-based budgeting methodology. During the visit, members of the delegation, accompanied by H.E. Mariam Mohammed Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary for Government Financial Management at the MoF, along with several department directors, attended a series of presentations and interactive discussions highlighting the advanced methodologies adopted by the Ministry across various aspects of public financial management. Showcasing Strategic Initiatives: The Ministry outlined the key pillars of its 2023–2026 strategy, which focuses on ensuring fiscal sustainability, strengthening national financial resilience, and enabling innovation. It also presented its achievements in global competitiveness indicators, driven by agile, world-class performance measures. Presentations highlighted the Ministry's award-winning initiatives in digital transformation and artificial intelligence integration, including 100% automation of internal technical operations, achieving a 95% customer satisfaction rate across digital channels, and reducing service delivery times by 70%. The Ministry also showcased its adherence to the highest cybersecurity standards, its centralised data lake for robust data governance, and the development of predictive analytics to support decision-making and enhance transparency, in line with the 'We the UAE 2031' Vision and the 'UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031'. The MoF further shared its experience in data-driven financial forecasting to ensure efficient and transparent resource allocation, and highlighted ongoing international collaborations with leading institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). It also underscored its role in presenting public finance innovations on global platforms, reinforcing the UAE's position as a hub for smart and sustainable public finance. A Commitment to Knowledge Partnerships: H.E. Al Amiri affirmed the Ministry's belief in the importance of knowledge partnerships that enable government institutions to advance confidently into the future. She noted that the visit reflects the UAE's commitment to supporting government work systems based on innovative and forward-looking approaches, strengthening its position as a global model for public financial management. She added: 'At the Ministry of Finance, we are committed to fostering an advanced financial environment that adopts international best practices, underpinned by innovation and digital transformation in all operations. This ensures efficiency and sustainability, and enhances the capacity of governments to keep pace with the rapid changes in the global economic landscape.' H.E. Al Amiri concluded: 'We look forward to this visit marking the beginning of long-term cooperation with the Republic of Indonesia, based on our shared ambitions for sustainable development and government innovation.' The visit reflects the Ministry's dedication to strengthening international cooperation and consolidating the UAE's position as a pioneering model in financial innovation and digital governance. The Indonesian delegation expressed great interest in the Ministry's showcased experiences and praised its advanced digital capabilities in delivering government financial services, commending the UAE's efforts to leverage technology to enhance the efficiency of government performance.
Gulf Today
06-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
UAE Pro League holds 2025-26 season draw for Adnoc Pro League, ADIB Cup
The UAE Pro League held the 2025-26 sports season for the Adnoc Pro League, ADIB Cup, and eUAE Pro League Championship at the headquarters of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. The draw ceremony for the 2025–26 season took place in the presence of distinguished representatives from clubs, sponsors, and various media outlets, hosted by Adnoc – the official sponsor of the Adnoc Pro League. Adnoc is a global leader in energy production across all types, a trusted and responsible provider of low-emission energy, and a national giant whose iconic brand has become a symbol of excellence across various sectors. The ceremony was attended by Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, the UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Managing Director and CEO of Adnoc and its Group of Companies, as well as Abdulla Nasser Al Jneibi, Chairman of the UAE Pro League and First Vice President of the UAE Football Association; Saif Al Falahi, Group Business Support and Special Tasks Director at ADNOC; Eng. Bader Saeed Al Lamki, CEO of ADNOC Distribution; and Ahmed Al Mubarak, Head of Commercial Real Estate and Corporate Finance at ADIB. The 2025-26 draw was presented by media personalities Yousef Saleh and Khaled Bayoumi. At the same time, the new season's draw event also featured the draw for the sixth season of the eUAE Pro League Championship, reflecting the League's belief in the importance of eSports among the target generations. The UAE Pro League recognizes the growing global value of e- gaming and its continuous rise and is keen to be part of this global ecosystem that is actively investing in this thriving industry. It also saw the continued adoption of the smart electronic draw system, implemented since the 2021–2022 season in the Adnoc Pro League, aligns with the UAE Pro League's 2020–2030 strategy aimed at advancing all aspects of professional competitions. It also reflects the UAE Government's smart vision through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology via the OpenAI program, in line with the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031. The system takes into account several key factors, including, balancing high-profile matches, ensuring no more than two matches are held in the same city during a single matchweek, ensuring an equitable home-and-away distribution (six home matches and seven away, or vice versa), and accommodating clubs' participation in foreign competitions. This season, the UAE Pro League implemented a round-by-round draw system, in line with international best practices adopted in top leagues such as the English Premier League, Serie A, and the Bundesliga. The goal is to maximize technical excitement, competitive balance, and deliver more high-profile, fan-focused matches. The smart draw mechanism was guided by a set of key criteria, including; upholding sporting integrity, distributing matches based on the 2024–2025 season standings, balancing major and high-attendance fixtures, accounting for clubs' external commitments, coordinating match schedules within the same emirate, and ensuring that no more than two matches are played in the same city on the same day during the same matchweek. The ADIB Cup draw resulted in strong clashes in the first round. In path one, Al Nasr face Al Bataeh, with the winner playing Shabab Al Ahli. Meanwhile, the winner of Sharjah versus Dibba will face the winner of Al Ain versus Khorfakkan. In Path 2, reigning champions Al Jazira will meet the winner of Al Wasl versus Al Dhafra. The winner of Al Wahda versus Ajman will face the winner of Bani Yas versus Khorfakkan. The Adnoc Pro League draw introduced an unprecedented system with separate draws for each round. The opening round will not feature major high-profile clashes: Shabab Al Ahli will play Al Dhafra, Ajman face Al Wahda, Dibba take on Sharjah, Al Ain meet Al Bataeh, Kalba clash against Al Nasr, Khorfakkan play Al Jazira, and Al Wasl face off Bani Yas. Major clashes begin in matchweek two, with Shabab Al Ahli facing Al Wahda and Sharjah playing Al Jazira. In matchweek three, Al Wasl will play Al Ain and Al Jazira will face Al Nasr. Matchweek four features Al Nasr vs. Shabab Al Ahli, while matchweek five hosts three major matches: Shabab Al Ahli vs. Al Ain, Al Jazira vs. Al Wahda, and Al Wasl vs. Sharjah. The 'Dubai Derby' between Al Wasl and Al Nasr will be played in matchweek six. In the second half of the league, the first matchweek of this half will see Al Wahda play Dibba, Al Dhafra vs. Sharjah, Ajman vs. Shabab Al Ahli, Al Nasr vs. Bani Yas, Al Bataeh vs. Al Jazira, Kalba vs. Al Ain and Al Wasl vs. Khorfakkan. The draw for the eUAE Pro League Championship produced strong matches in two groups. Group A includes Bani Yas, Al Bataeh, Sharjah, Kalba, Ajman, Dibba, and Al Jazira. Group B includes Khorfakkan, Al Wasl, Al Ain, Al Wahda, Shabab Al Ahli, Al Nasr, and Al Dhafra.
Al Etihad
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
UAE: AI offers promising opportunity for achieving development, balanced growth
7 June 2025 14:18 BRASÍLIA (WAM)The UAE Parliamentary Division took part in the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum held in Brasília, the capital of Brazil. Parliamentary delegations discussed climate issues, artificial intelligence, peace and security, and institutional parliamentary the discussion on Parliamentary Cooperation for Responsible and Inclusive Artificial Intelligence, Sara Mohammad Falaknaz, FNC Member, stated that artificial intelligence represents a promising opportunity for achieving development and balanced emphasised that its optimal investment requires sound governance, beginning with fair and equitable legislation. She stressed that technological advancement should not come at the expense of justice, privacy, and digital sovereignty, and highlighted the importance of considering ethical and human dimensions when developing relevant legal and regulatory pointed out that the UAE was a pioneer in anticipating the technological future through pioneering initiatives—most notably, the appointment of the world's first Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, the launch of the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 aimed at enhancing government performance and achieving economic excellence through AI technologies, as well as the establishment of the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence. She concluded her speech by stressing the importance of enacting flexible and ethical legislation that keeps pace with rapid developments, supports innovation ecosystems, ensures the protection of individual and societal rights, and the need to enhance international parliamentary cooperation in order to exchange expertise and develop unified standards that ensure safe and inclusive digital transformation.
TECHx
02-06-2025
- Business
- TECHx
UAE Launches Chief AI Officers' Training Programme
Home » Latest news » UAE Launches Chief AI Officers' Training Programme The UAE Government has announced the launch of the Chief AI Officers' Training Programme. This move aligns with the UAE's ongoing efforts to strengthen its position as a global hub for future technologies. The programme is spearheaded by the Office of Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications. It is held in collaboration with the University of Birmingham in Dubai. Officials reported that the initiative aims to upskill and empower AI leaders across federal government entities. It supports the UAE's strategic goals of adopting and developing smart solutions while enhancing government readiness. Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, stated that leadership investment is essential to building a sustainable and innovation-driven future. He revealed that empowering leaders with the right tools and knowledge fuels national ambitions and drives innovation. The UAE Government remains committed to nurturing national talent. It aims to create a competitive, technology-led ecosystem rooted in innovation and sustainable development. The two-week executive training combines academic theory with practical experience. The curriculum offers a deep understanding of: AI trends and governance models Sector-specific applications and real-world use cases Participants also explore ethical, regulatory, and technical aspects of AI. The programme fosters innovative thinking and strategic vision. It enables Chief AI Officers to lead transformative projects within their entities. It is delivered by international experts and academics. According to officials, the programme encourages dialogue between UAE AI executives and global thought leaders. Topics covered include generative AI, machine learning, big data, and economics of AI. Sessions also highlight AI use cases in health, cybersecurity, energy, urban development, and government services. The UAE Cabinet approved the formal establishment of Chief AI Officers across federal ministries and government entities. Candidates were nominated based on their ability to navigate the fast-changing tech landscape. The initiative aligns with the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 and the 'We the UAE 2031' vision. Both aim to place the UAE at the forefront of global AI and digital transformation.
Mid East Info
27-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Kristina Shinkareva: Why Companies Choose the UAE for Technological Transformation
Since the late 2010s, the Emirates have done what many countries only proclaim: transformed from an oil exporter into one of the world's most advanced technology hubs. Just look at the numbers. According to GlobalData, the UAE's total ICT market will reach USD 67.3 billion by 2028. The digital transformation segment is expected to grow just as fast— a market value is forecasted up to USD 2.23 billion by 2029. But the real star is artificial intelligence: Middle East AI News estimates the national AI market will hit USD 46 billion by 2030. What is driving this explosive growth, and why are international corporations moving their R&D centres to Dubai or Abu Dhabi? Kristina Shinkareva, COO of Reputation House, explains. Digital strategy is not just slogans, but KPIs Success starts from the top. In 2017, the government launched the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 —a plan with clear metrics (AI's share in GDP, traffic reduction, automation of public services). A year later, the Dubai 10X initiative was introduced: every department was instructed to implement technologies 'as if we were ten years ahead.' The results speak for themselves—100% of visa procedures are now processed via a mobile app, and the DIFC Courts are testing blockchain for cross-border judgement enforcement. In November 2021, the UAE introduced its Digital Government Strategy 2025 : 95% of public services are digitalised, and 50% of enquiries are handled without human intervention. 'For businesses, it's not just about demand, but also the 'corridor' of benefits and clear regulations. The UAE offers one of the most extensive ones. Free zones like DIFC, ADGM, and Dubai Internet City allow for 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate tax for IT firms for up to 50 years, and simplified compliance procedures, ' says Kristina Shinkareva. Other incentives include the Golden Visa, valid for 10 years, which is granted to tech specialists and startup founders with investments over AED 2 million. Regulatory sandboxes under the Central Bank and the Securities Authority allow fintech, crypto, and insure-tech platforms to test their products with real clients under supervision but without harsh penalties. Infrastructure: from cloud to hyper-speed networks The UAE was among the first countries to provide 5G coverage to all major cities; by the end of 2024, network penetration exceeded 97%. Cloud infrastructure is equally strong: Microsoft, AWS, and Oracle operate their own data centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, eliminating latency and regulatory risks of cross-border data storage. The G42 Cloud government project offers a sovereign environment for healthcare, energy, and defence sectors, supporting confidential big data processing and edge computing. The government-backed Mubadala Capital and Dubai's Innovate Tech Fund jointly manage over USD 3 billion in venture investments. Abu Dhabi's Hub71 has already attracted 260 startups from 25 countries, and its residents have generated over USD 1 billion in revenue. For corporations, it makes strategic sense to locate R&D divisions near fast venture capital and top talent—from AI engine developers to robotics engineers. 'There are many transformation case studies on the UAE market, but I'd like to highlight the one I'm personally involved in. For several years, Reputation House operated as an agency providing reputation management services. But in 2025, we made a major breakthrough: we moved away from the old model and transformed into an IT company, which not only offers services but also develops software and technological solutions for clients. We closely follow the developments in the reputation management market and strive to remain a leader in customer service. This rapid transformation became possible thanks to the favourable business conditions in the country,' Kristina Shinkareva shares. What does a company gain from relocating to the UAE? Tax efficiency. Access to global talent. Regulatory predictability.. Tier 1 cloud and telecom infrastructure. Fast access to MENA, Africa, and South Asia markets. By 2028, the UAE's ICT market will surpass USD 67 billion . Parallel to this, demand will grow for cybersecurity, quantum communications, and autonomous transport solutions. The government has already launched an initiative to train 100,000 specialists as part of the ' One Million Coders ' programme. Additionally, startup access to government procurement (up to 20% of tenders are reserved for SMEs) makes the market even more attractive for companies seeking scalability and rapid proof-of-concept. The UAE has achieved a rare combination: an ambitious digital strategy alongside liberal rules for investors. That's why global companies now view the Emirates not just as a trade hub, but as a launchpad for their next technological breakthrough—from AI labs to quantum research centres.
