UN appoints UAE artificial intelligence minister to High-Level AI Advisory Body - Al Arabiya English
The United Nations has appointed Omar Sultan Al Olama, the UAE's Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, to its new High-Level AI Advisory Body. This body, composed of 39 global experts, is tasked with supporting international efforts to govern artificial intelligence and bridge AI divides. Its mandate includes fostering collaboration on AI development and ensuring its responsible use worldwide. Why it matters: This appointment underscores the UAE's increasing influence in global AI governance and its commitment to shaping international AI frameworks and standards.