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Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today attended the ‘Ai Everything’ conference held at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Organised under the patronage of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the conference is Dubai’s first major live in-person business event following the resumption of economic activities.

The conference, which celebrated the UAE’s effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in combating the COVID-19 pandemic, also seeks to explore the future of the technology and how it can bring about qualitative shifts in various sectors. The event hosted top level executives and officials representing key sectors including government, healthcare, education and retail from the UAE and across the world.

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed emphasised that the UAE has created a successful model for designing the future and ensuring high levels of preparedness to deal with unforeseen challenges, thanks to the guidance of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

"Dubai continues to implement the forward-thinking vision of the leadership which focuses on anticipating, preparing and planning for future challenges. It is vital to empower the UAE’s talent with technology, science and knowledge-based tools to enhance the country’s leading global position in various sectors," HH Sheikh Hamdan said. The UAE’s effective response to the COVID-19 pandemic is an inspiring success story that demonstrates the value of planning and empowering young talent, the Crown Prince added.

Sheikh Hamdan attended a special session, during which Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, announced a series of initiatives to support the AI sector and encourage young talent in the field.

The session was also attended by Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; Humaid Al Qutami, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority; Dr. Abdulla Al Karam, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Director General of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA); Helal Saeed Al Marri, Director General of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing and Dubai World Trade Centre; Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties; and Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports.