Abu Dhabi, UAE – January 21, 2025 – Abu Dhabi has launched a pioneering Dh13 billion strategy designed to position the emirate as the world’s first fully AI-native government by 2027. This forward-thinking initiative will integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into all digital government services, transforming how public services are delivered to residents and businesses alike.
The strategy, announced by the Abu Dhabi Media Office on Tuesday, will allocate Dh13 billion to enhance digital infrastructure, contributing more than Dh24 billion to the emirate’s GDP. Additionally, the strategy will create over 5,000 new job opportunities, significantly supporting Emiratisation efforts.
By 2027, the plan calls for the complete automation and digitalization of all government operations in Abu Dhabi. Sovereign cloud computing will be adopted across all government processes, providing greater efficiency, security, and innovation.
As part of its ‘AI for All’ program, the Abu Dhabi government will also invest in empowering its citizens with AI skills, aiming to create a workforce capable of leading in the digital era. More than 200 cutting-edge AI solutions will be rolled out across government services, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s status as a global hub for AI-driven innovation.
“Integrating AI, cloud technologies, and data-driven insights into our government’s foundation will revolutionize public service delivery, optimize operations, and fuel sustainable economic growth,” stated Ahmed Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE).
This strategy reflects Abu Dhabi’s continued commitment to becoming a global leader in technological innovation, setting new benchmarks for modernizing public sector services and driving digital governance.