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AMEINAH ALZEYOUDI (ABU DHABI)
Residents have welcomed Abu Dhabi's ambitious plan to become the world's first fully AI-native government. Implemented by the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) in collaboration with Abu Dhabi government entities, the strategy aims to position the emirate as a global leader in AI-driven services and will allocate Dh13 billion through 2025-2027 to foster innovation and technology adoption.
This announcement has raised hopes that the technology will enable the government to deliver an overall improved quality of life for citizens.
Abu Dhabi resident Ahmed Al Hanawi told Aletihad: "The government's transition to artificial intelligence will be a turning point in how we deal with government services.
"By automating processes and using smart algorithms, procedures will become faster and more transparent, which will contribute to improving government efficiency in an unprecedented way."
Relying on artificial intelligence will also enable the government to provide innovative and advanced services in areas such as education, health, and transportation.
The government will be able to better allocate resources and provide personalised services that suit the needs of individuals. "They will benefit more from smart systems that will manage the education process in an efficient and effective way," said Laila Al Nuaimi, a resident from Syria who works in the education sector.
The technology will help speed up government procedures in general, in addition to providing more personalised services. AI can automate a wide range of routine procedures, such as renewing licences, paying taxes and handling financial transactions, reducing bureaucracy and saving citizens' time.
Residents of Abu Dhabi are eager to participate in the technological revolution.
Adel Hassan told Aletihad : "It is clear that AI will contribute to improving all areas of life, and I will be happy to participate in any effort that enhances the use of this technology.
"In the business world, there will be many opportunities for innovation, and companies will be able to improve their efficiency and increase their competitiveness thanks to AI."
Economically, the integration of AI into government management could enhance ease of doing business.
As the world begins the migration towards automation and AI, Abu Dhabi will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of this transition.
Sarah Al-Taie from Jordan expressed her optimism: "I think this step will be a quantum leap for the UAE economy.
"AI will make government services more integrated and will also contribute to attracting foreign investment in technology sectors."
One of the most important benefits that this transformation will provide is supporting Emirati youth to enter new and profitable fields.
"We live in an era of digital opportunities, and this transformation is expected to open up new horizons for the next generation," said Yousef Abdullah, an Emirati who majored in software engineering at the Higher Colleges of Technology.
"Young people in the UAE are ready to engage in this change, and we are excited to explore how AI can be used to enhance our professional and personal lives."
