UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and US President Joe Biden met on Monday in the US during an official visit by the Emirati leader. This visit marks the fourth bilateral meeting between the two leaders during the Biden-Harris administration.
During their discussions, Mohamed bin Zayed and Biden reaffirmed the strong UAE-US strategic and defense partnership, explored ways to enhance cooperation in advanced technology and investments, and addressed global and regional issues.
Both leaders committed to pursuing further opportunities to strengthen their partnership, promote peace and stability in the Middle East and beyond, and provide global leadership on key shared issues. The UAE-US relationship, spanning five decades, is built on a solid foundation.
Building on the vision of Mohamed bin Zayed and Biden to advance safe artificial intelligence, UAE national security advisor Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed and US national security advisor Jake Sullivan reaffirmed their countries' cooperation in technology.
The joint statement also expressed the shared commitment of both nations to develop a government-to-government memorandum of understanding on artificial intelligence. Both sides emphasized the importance of deepening bilateral ties and reinforcing partnerships.
The UAE and the US recognize the vast potential of artificial intelligence for positive impact, while also acknowledging the challenges and risks posed by this emerging technology. Both nations see the need for safeguards and protections.
The UAE and US have ambitious plans for artificial intelligence:
1. Ensure safe and secure technology
The two countries aim to collaborate on advancing safe and secure artificial intelligence. They plan to promote the adoption of international rules, principles, and standards to ensure responsible and reliable development and use of these technologies.
2. Safeguard national security interests
Both sides are committed to aligning regulatory frameworks for various technologies, including artificial intelligence, to protect national security, foster trusted investments, encourage entrepreneurship, and promote cross-border innovation.
3. Promote ethical research and cybersecurity
The UAE and the US will work together on conducting ethical research in artificial intelligence, addressing issues such as bias, discrimination, and fairness in algorithms. They also aim to create a secure, open, and reliable cybersecurity environment.
4. Talent development and exchange
Both countries are committed to fostering talent development through joint training programs for researchers, engineers, and policymakers. They will also seek to create opportunities for trusted trade and investment.
5. Promote clean energy and sustainable development
The UAE and the US aim to support inclusive, responsible, and sustainable capacity-building in artificial intelligence to address pressing global challenges and bridge digital divides.
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