Laying the groundwork of a hyper-interconnected world, the UAE is steadily paving the way for a digital-first future, driven by artificial intelligence and automation.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has issued a resolution and intends to establish the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC).
The council aims to advance a supportive and attractive environment for the development and use of smart and autonomous systems in Abu Dhabi.
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The SASC board comprises Major General Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi, Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Faisal Abdulaziz Al Bannai, Maryam Eid AlMheiri, and Sultan Al Mutawa Al Dhaheri.
SASC aims to devise a comprehensive strategy for the operation and use of smart and autonomous systems and practice of related activities, ensuring safe implementation according to best practices in coordination with all relevant entities. Additionally, SASC aims to attract investment into the sector, which will contribute to enhancing the emirate as a leading global destination for the industry.
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The council will develop plans to support the practice of activities related to smart and autonomous systems, including the development of necessary infrastructure for their operation, and will follow up on their implementation in coordination with the concerned agencies.
SASC will also suggest incentives, initiatives and projects to achieve its objectives, propose regulations, conduct developmental research and studies, form supporting teams for its operations comprising experts, advisers and technicians, and coordinate with relevant federal entities where appropriate.
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