UAE: Adopting advanced technology, innovation top priority of government, says AI minister

UAE: Adopting advanced technology, innovation top priority of government, says AI minister

This will enable the country to overcome challenges and explore futuristic approaches digitally to develop new economic sectors

Published: Thu 29 Dec 2022, 11:41 PM Last updated: Thu 29 Dec 2022, 11:43 PM

The Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, Omar Sultan Al Olama, said that the UAE leadership believes that adopting advanced technology and innovation is a top priority in the country’s vision to further enhance the scientific position that it has achieved. This will enable the country to overcome challenges and explore futuristic approaches digitally to develop new economic sectors.

Al Olama was visiting the Industrial Innovation Group, the world's leader in security printing, biometric and global systems national entities and corporates headquarter in Sharjah, to explore the scientific research lab, new trends in advanced technology, and collaboration aspects.

He said that when it comes to technology, it must be connected with the most innovative tools to ensure safety, quality, and reliance. He praised the success of the Industrial Innovation Group in building a large base with 263 centers for passports around the globe and 367 centers for licenses. In addition, the 400 intellectual property assets will consolidate the UAE to lead in security documents and