MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin has commended President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his dedicated efforts in promoting artificial intelligence (AI) in UAE AI advancements.

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Speaking at the AI Journey international conference in Moscow, Putin acknowledged Sheikh Mohamed’s commitment to advancing AI development. He highlighted the UAE’s impressive progress in global AI rankings, noting how the nation climbed several positions last year, achieving significant milestones in the field.

Putin stressed the crucial role AI plays in driving national development goals. He stated that AI is poised to become a vital resource for bolstering defence capabilities, enhancing economic growth, improving public administration, and fostering social and technological innovations.

The Russian President further noted that over the past year, AI has sparked transformative changes across industries. He described this shift as the beginning of a “revolution in engineering,” which has already led to the development of new components and devices, setting the stage for a future of groundbreaking innovations.

This recognition from Putin reflects the UAE’s growing influence in the global AI landscape. The UAE has been actively positioning itself as a global leader in AI, with initiatives aimed at embedding AI across various sectors, including government services, healthcare, and education. Its ambitious AI strategy seeks to place the nation at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

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As AI continues to reshape industries and economies worldwide, the UAE’s rapid progress in the field signifies its strategic focus on future-ready technologies. Putin’s remarks underline the global recognition of the UAE’s AI achievements, highlighting its role as a key player in the global AI race.