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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, led a significant meeting where the UAE Cabinet approved a groundbreaking national framework to integrate Agentic AI into government operations.
Attended by top UAE officials, including His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the meeting focused on key strategies to enhance national governance.
Transforming 50% of Government Services
In alignment with directives from President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announced a plan to modernize 50% of government services and operations with Agentic AI within the next two years.
This initiative positions the UAE to become the first nation to deploy Agentic AI systems capable of independent execution and decision-making across vital services.
AI as a Collaborative Force
According to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, these advanced AI systems will:
Monitor real-time changes
Offer strategic recommendations
Oversee operational management
Carry out actions autonomously
Assess outcomes to enhance services
The aim is for AI to act as a strategic partner in enhancing the effectiveness, speed, and quality of government services.
Preparing Employees for the Future
The transition will feature extensive training programs designed to help government staff effectively utilize AI tools.
The performance metrics for officials will be based on:
The pace of AI integration
Execution of new AI systems
Adaptation to upcoming technologies
Implementation Taskforce
A specialized taskforce will oversee the implementation of this project:
Oversight: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Chair: Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs
Policy Approvals
The Cabinet has also greenlit several crucial policies, including:
A unified UAE Code for Government Services & Zero Bureaucracy
A government digital records policy for improved data management
A government data-sharing policy following the 'collect once, use across entities' principle
A digital project alignment guide to enhance efficiency
Key Economic Decisions
Significant decisions included:
Re-establishment of the Higher Committee for Free Trade Negotiations
Reconstitution of the Emirates Development Bank Board
New frameworks to enhance logistics and trade systems
Environmental Initiatives
The Cabinet reviewed several major green initiatives under the National Biofuel Policy 2025, including:
Waste-to-fuel projects that generate sustainable aviation fuel
Expansion of biodiesel production capabilities
A $300 million investment in a new facility in Fujairah
A new global alliance for energy efficiency was also launched to further support climate actions.
International Collaborations
The UAE ratified:
16 international agreements encompassing trade, sustainability, and labor
Accession to the International Accreditation Organization
A national plan aimed at conservation of ivory and rhinos
The nation will also host global events focusing on mathematics, biodiversity, food security, and the digital economy.
Embarking on a New Digital Journey
This initiative is a continuation of the UAE's journey in digital transformation, aiming to leap into a new era with intelligent, autonomous government systems emphasizing efficiency and quality public services.