By Staff Reporter
The UAE Cabinet, led by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has unveiled an ambitious national framework to embed agentic artificial intelligence into 50% of federal government operations within the next two years. The move positions the UAE at the forefront of global innovation, aiming to become the first nation to implement autonomous AI at such a масштаб across public services.
This next phase of transformation goes beyond traditional digitisation. The envisioned AI systems will not only analyse data but also monitor changes, manage processes, and make decisions independently in real time. Sheikh Mohammed described this evolution as introducing AI as an “executive partner” within government, fundamentally reshaping how services are delivered and managed.
Implementation will be driven by a dedicated taskforce chaired by Mohammad Al Gergawi and overseen by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Government leaders, including ministers and directors-general, will be evaluated based on their ability to effectively adopt and execute this transformation within the set timeline.
A central pillar of the initiative is workforce readiness. The government has committed to equipping all federal employees with AI skills, ensuring they can operate alongside and supervise these advanced systems in what is being described as one of the most significant public sector transformations globally.
Supporting this vision, the Cabinet approved a suite of policies to strengthen digital infrastructure. These include a unified UAE Code for Government Services, a comprehensive digital records policy, and a data-sharing framework designed around the principle of collecting information once and securely using it across entities.
Further approvals included a national guide to align digital projects with strategic priorities, a Geographical Indication framework to protect local products, and a unified Digital Postal Addressing System aimed at enhancing smart city capabilities.
On the sustainability front, progress under the National Biofuel Policy 2025 was reviewed, highlighting plans to convert approximately 500,000 tonnes of waste into sustainable aviation fuel. A major facility in Fujairah, with an estimated investment of $300 million, is also in development.
The announcement, originally reported by the Emirates News Agency, signals the UAE’s continued push to redefine governance through technology, placing artificial intelligence at the core of its future-ready state.
Source: Emirates News Agency
