As GCC governments accelerate their digital transformation agendas, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing enabler of smart governance, efficient services, and predictive policymaking. But launching AI initiatives without a cohesive strategy can lead to siloed systems, wasted investments, and public mistrust.
To succeed, public sector organizations must shift from experimentation to execution — embedding AI into strategic planning, capability development, and service design.
5 Pillars of a Strong AI Strategy for Government:
Define national & institutional priorities:
AI must support strategic objectives like Vision 2030 or Oman Vision 2040.
Build internal AI capabilities:
Address ethics, privacy & inclusion:
Build trust through transparency, bias mitigation, and data security protocols.
Launch pilot projects with clear KPIs:
Use short-term wins to build momentum and inform scale-up.
Continuously optimize:
Leverage feedback loops to refine use cases and measure social impact.
Example – UAE AI Strategy 2031:
The UAE was among the first globally to appoint a Minister of AI. Their strategy spans AI education, government services, smart policing, and public health forecasting — underpinned by frameworks for readiness and governance.