UAE Ministry Of Investment And Microsoft AI Partner To Boost Investment Analytics And Financial Forecasting

The Ministry of Investment and Microsoft have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration in investment analytics and financial forecasting using Artificial Intelligence (AI). This agreement was formalised by Mohammad Alhawi, Undersecretary at the Ministry, and Amr Kamel, General Manager of Microsoft UAE, during GITEX Global 2025.

Under this MoU, both parties will focus on enhancing the skills of the ministry’s workforce through Microsoft's AI National Skilling Initiative. This programme aims to train 100,000 employees across various government sectors. The collaboration will also target identifying industry-specific AI applications, especially in investment analytics, financial forecasting, and retail optimisation.

Efforts will be made to promote best practices in data governance and management. Workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions will be conducted to effectively utilise Microsoft’s Azure Data Catalog and Azure Purview. These initiatives will be supported by local field experts from Microsoft to ensure high standards of implementation.

The UAE Ministry of Investment is dedicated to advancing its vision of becoming a global leader in AI by 2031. Alhawi stated that integrating AI into the investment ecosystem is crucial for strengthening national capabilities. He emphasised that this collaboration with Microsoft is a significant step towards achieving a knowledge-based, innovation-driven economy.

Kamel highlighted the aim of combining Microsoft's AI expertise with the Ministry's strategic vision. "Through this agreement, we aim to combine Microsoft’s expertise in AI with the Ministry’s strategic vision to equip internal teams with the skills and tools needed to make data-driven decisions, unlock new opportunities, and drive innovation across the UAE’s economy," he said.

This partnership reinforces the UAE's ambition to lead globally in AI and data-driven investment strategies. By focusing on upskilling employees and implementing industry-specific AI use cases, both entities aim to foster an environment conducive to innovation and economic growth.

The collaboration between the Ministry of Investment and Microsoft signifies a commitment to leveraging advanced technologies for economic development. By prioritising skill enhancement and effective data management practices, they are paving the way for a future where AI plays a central role in decision-making processes across various sectors.

With inputs from WAM