Dubai to Appoint World’s First AI Cabine...
The UAE is rewriting government norms by announcing the appointment of an artificial intelligence system as a minister-level advisor starting January 2026 — a global first in AI governance.
Dubai, already renowned for pioneering innovations in smart governance, artificial intelligence (AI), and futuristic infrastructure, has just made global headlines once again. In a landmark move that is expected to redefine the future of political leadership and digital governance, the government of Dubai has announced plans to appoint the world’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cabinet Minister by 2026. This decision, positioned as a strategic and symbolic step toward deep AI integration in public services and national decision-making, signals the beginning of a new era in governance.
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