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Meet the world’s first minister for AI
Mr Omar Sultan Al Olama of the United Arab Emirates sees his role as an orchestrator of change.
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Mr Omar Sultan Al Olama from the UAE is the world’s first minister for AI. He said: “AI will be pivotal for the future of the country.”
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Mr Omar Sultan Al Olama has a unique title. He is the world’s first Minister for Artificial Intelligence, with a mandate that also includes the digital economy and remote work and covers all of the United Arab Emirates.
Why does the UAE have a minister for AI?

