Dubai Leadership Appoints 22 Chief AI Officers For Government Innovation

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has reaffirmed the emirate's commitment to developing an AI-enabled government model. This initiative is part of a broader vision led by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a global leader in government innovation.

Sheikh Hamdan made these remarks during the appointment of 22 Chief Artificial Intelligence Officers across various government entities in Dubai. These officers will lead specialised plans and programmes in AI and advanced technology. "We have approved the appointment of 22 Chief AI Officers across government entities in Dubai as part of a forward-looking vision aimed at leveraging AI to enhance government operations," Sheikh Hamdan said.

He added that this initiative would advance Dubai's expertise in AI and solidify its position as a leader in creating innovative solutions based on advanced technology. "The accelerated adoption of AI, alongside the development of its tools and applications, represents a cornerstone of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum," he noted.

The appointment of the new Chief AI Officers marks the initial phase toward realising the vision for future government work, aligned with the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence (DUB.AI). "We are confident that these officers will intensify their efforts and go the extra mile in translating our vision into reality," Sheikh Hamdan stated.

The Chief AI Officer position was established under DUB.AI to enrich residents' quality of life and well-being. It also supports Dubai's goal to become the most future-ready city, consolidating its leadership as a global hub for technology and innovation. DUB.AI aims to cement Dubai’s position as a global hub for AI governance and legislation while facilitating AI adoption across strategic sectors.

The initiative also bolsters Dubai's standing in the Global AI Readiness Index, where it currently ranks in the top 10. The newly appointed Chief AI Officers represent several government entities across Dubai, including:

The establishment of these positions is designed to support Dubai's endeavour to become a global hub for technology and innovation. The initiative aligns with the emirate's broader vision to enhance government operations through advanced technology.

With inputs from WAM