AI and Technology
The strategy
- Build a reputation as an AI destination
- Deploy AI in priority sectors
- Develop an AI ecosystem
- Adopt AI in customer and government services
- Attract and train talent
- Bring research capability to target industries
- Provide data and infrastructure as a test bed
- Ensure governance and regulation
Source: UAE Cabinet: National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 adopted; UAE National Programme for Artificial Intelligence: Strategy 20311,2
The first phase focuses on resources and energy, logistics and transport, tourism and hospitality, healthcare, and cyber security.1
Compute
Stargate UAE is being built by Khazna Data Centres, a G42 company, with OpenAI, Oracle, Nvidia, Cisco and SoftBank, as part of a planned 5 GW UAE-US AI campus in Abu Dhabi.3
In October 2026 Reuters reported that the 5 GW plan is being revised towards a network of data centres across the UAE; G42 said work was progressing and parts of the project were under review.4
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UAE's AI strategy?
The National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031. It has eight objectives, including deploying AI in priority sectors, attracting talent and providing data infrastructure, overseen by the Emirates Council for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transactions.
Sources
- UAE Cabinet: National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031 adopted
- UAE National Programme for Artificial Intelligence: Strategy 2031
- The National: Stargate UAE's first phase due in the third quarter of 2026 (December 2025)
- The Daily Star (Reuters report): UAE revises its 5GW AI data centre plan (October 2026)
- DIFC: Annual results for 2025 (February 2026)
Figures checked 21 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.