As reported by the UAE's official national news agency, on Saturday, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, had a meeting with Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, in Abu Dhabi. During their discussions, the primary emphasis was placed on bolstering collaboration between OpenAI and pertinent UAE entities in the realms of artificial intelligence research and its practical applications. The UAE has been pouring billions of dollars into this endeavor, aiming to establish itself as a major force in the global artificial intelligence landscape, which aligns with its long - term strategic vision of diversifying the economy and staying at the forefront of technological innovation.