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UAE President engages in key talks involving Microsoft, BlackRock and Nvidia CEOs

 




President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed is currently on his first official visit to the United States since assuming the UAE Presidency. During his trip, he and US President Joe Biden reaffirmed the enduring bilateral relationship between their nations, engaging in discussions on key global and regional issues.


On Tuesday, Sheikh Mohamed met with leading figures in the tech industry, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. Their talks centered on the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and modern technology, as well as the expanding collaboration between the UAE and the US in this area. Highlights included the recent Microsoft-G42 partnership and the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership.

Sheikh Mohamed underscored the UAE’s strong commitment to investing in AI and advanced technology as part of its broader development goals. He emphasized the importance of strengthening international cooperation and ensuring the responsible use of emerging technologies.

The chief executives of Microsoft, BlackRock, and Nvidia expressed their enthusiasm for continuing collaboration with the UAE in the tech sector, acknowledging the importance of the Emirates' AI strategy.

Both nations recognize the transformative potential of modern technology. Building on the shared vision of Sheikh Mohamed and President Biden, the UAE and US issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to advancing safe and responsible AI development.

As part of his visit, Sheikh Mohamed also met with Emirati students studying at US universities, as well as astronauts Nora Al-Matrooshi and Mohammad Al-Mulla, who recently graduated from NASA's astronaut training program.

During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed inquired about the students’ progress and areas of specialization. He reaffirmed his dedication to providing them with the necessary support for their academic success and emphasized that investing in young people is essential to shaping the future of the UAE. He encouraged the students to view themselves as ambassadors for their country, urging them to uphold their identity and values while pursuing their studies abroad.


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