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Dubai Municipality launches Saeed, AI-powered virtual spokesperson

The new AI avatar will deliver municipal news, services and project updates in Arabic, English, Urdu and Chinese, aiming to make communication more interactive and accessible for residents and visitors.

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Saeed, the AI-powered virtual spokesperson unveiled by Dubai Municipality, will deliver municipal news and services in Arabic, English, Urdu and Chinese. Photo by mystartupworld.com
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  • 1Saeed is Dubai Municipality’s first AI‑powered virtual spokesperson.
  • 2The avatar delivers municipal updates in Arabic, English, Urdu and Chinese.
  • 3Its cultural design and multilingual ability aim to make communication more interactive.

Dubai Municipality has launched Saeed, anAI-powered virtual spokesperson.

Saeed will serve as an official digital face for the municipality, communicating achievements, news, services and projects to the public in an interactive, direct and reliable manner. The avatar features a clear Arabic voice and can adapt its tone to suit the occasion, reinforcing Dubai’s leadership in adopting artificial intelligence for government communication and supporting the emirate’s vision of a smarter, more human‑centred city.

AI avatar to streamline municipal communication

The virtual spokesperson relies on official Dubai Municipality data to provide accurate and regularly updated information. By being deployed across multiple digital platforms – from press conferences and awareness videos to the official website, social media channels and community events – Saeed can reach citizens, residents and visitors wherever they engage online. Its advanced ability to simulate human interaction simplifies information, builds trust with the public and supports interactive coverage of new services, projects, destinations, awareness campaigns and customer enquiries.

In addition to enhancing communication and customer‑service operations, Saeed improves the efficiency and consistency of internal and external messaging across digital channels. The initiative marks a regional milestone in applying a smart media spokesperson within government communications, aligning with Dubai’s future vision for a smarter, more human‑centric and sustainable city. It advances an innovative and agile communication ecosystem that places technology at the service of people, making the customer experience more accessible, relatable and interactive.

Multilingual and culturally tailored design

Saeed speaks with a clear Arabic voice and can adapt his tone to suit the occasion. He also offers multilingual capabilities, including English, Urdu and Chinese, helping the municipality bring its messages closer to a diverse audience across the emirate.

Designed with Emirati features and official national attire, Saeed reflects local culture while balancing the formal character of government communication with a friendly, approachable presence. His name carries positive connotations of happiness, optimism and quality of life, echoing Dubai’s aim to create more responsive, community‑centred government experiences. Saeed’s role will include promoting destinations and facilities, introducing the public to new amenities and recreational spaces, and supporting engaging digital tours that showcase Dubai Municipality’s commitment to making Dubai more attractive.

Frequently asked questions

What languages does Saeed speak?

Saeed speaks Arabic, English, Urdu, and Chinese, providing multilingual communication for Dubai Municipality’s services.

How does Saeed communicate with the public?

Saeed delivers updates via press conferences, the official website, social media channels, and community events using an AI‑powered avatar.

What is the purpose of Dubai's AI avatar Saeed?

Saeed aims to provide interactive, accessible communication for municipal news, services, and projects to residents and visitors.

How does Saeed enhance government communication?

By simulating human interaction and using official municipal data, Saeed ensures accurate, consistent, and relatable public messaging.

Where can I access Saeed?

Saeed is available on Dubai Municipality’s website, its social media platforms, and during community events across the UAE.

What features make Saeed culturally relevant?

Designed with Emirati features and traditional attire, Saeed reflects local culture while maintaining the formal tone of government communication.

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