The UAE is entering a new phase of government development by integrating Agentic AI into its public services, policies, and procedures. Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the National Committee for the Agentic AI Project, announced the strategic shift during a workshop in Dubai. The event, organized by the Presidential Court and the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs, gathered 600 employees to discuss advancing the leadership's vision of building the world's most effective and forward-looking government.
Federal Transformation Targets
The national project targets converting 50% of federal government operations to Agentic AI models within two years. This strategy focuses on raising government efficiency, improving output quality, and accelerating delivery. Al Gergawi emphasized that the directive represents a strategic step in redesigning how the government functions, making it more productive. He noted that while the world undergoes a fundamental shift driven by artificial intelligence, the UAE is positioned at the forefront due to early investments. The technology is intended to make employees more capable rather than replacing them, opening wider possibilities for creativity and impact.
The world is going through a fundamental shift driven by artificial intelligence, and the UAE, thanks to its forward-thinking vision and early investments, has positioned itself at the forefront of nations ready to embrace and capitalise on this transformation.
— Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs
Ministry and Court Implementation
The Ministry of Cabinet Affairs plans to convert 75% of its operations, services, and specialized functions to Agentic AI. Haitham Al Rais, Secretary-General of the National Committee for the Agentic AI Project, presented the transformation plan, which focuses on improving operational efficiency and enabling employees to concentrate on higher-value work. Key targets include accelerating task completion, strengthening information reliability, and supporting evidence-based decision-making. The ministry also launched the "Top 3 AI Agents Award" to drive innovation and reward impactful developments. Implementation runs across four stages: assessment and readiness, capability building, pilot deployment, and the launch of specialized AI agents, through to full-scale rollout.
Shamsa Jaber Al Falasi, Executive Director of Transformation and Development at the Presidential Court, participated in a session titled "Thinking Beyond Human Limits." She shared the directives of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, to accelerate the shift to Agentic AI. These directives aim to build advanced national capabilities in artificial intelligence within the court's operations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UAE government's target for Agentic AI adoption?
The UAE government targets converting 50% of federal operations to Agentic AI models within two years to enhance efficiency.
Who is leading the Agentic AI project in the UAE?
Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the National Committee for the Agentic AI Project, is leading the project.
What is the goal of the 'Top 3 AI Agents Award' in the UAE?
The 'Top 3 AI Agents Award' aims to drive innovation and reward impactful developments in the use of Agentic AI in the UAE government.
