UAE AI Office launches “AI for all” initiative to spread future-ready technology skills

The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office launched yesterday the “AI for All” initiative as part of the UAE Coding Day event “UAE Codes 2025.”

The launch, in partnership with Google, aims to enhance the skills of UAE residents and provide them with technical training through comprehensive programs on AI fundamentals.

According to the announcement, the initiative is open to people of all ages and professional backgrounds and is scheduled to be implemented throughout 2026.

Generative AI is expected to significantly boost the UAE economy, potentially adding AED 298 billion, according to Public First (2025). This economic potential is accompanied by a clear skills requirement.

As part of the initiative, educational programs will be organized to empower students, university learners, employees, content creators, and people of all ages to use artificial intelligence responsibly and safely. These programs will also include training in prompt engineering and developing creative skills with AI-powered tools.

The initiative also targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through a dedicated educational series focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to drive growth and improve operational efficiency, helping businesses fully utilize its capabilities.

In support of the UAE Government’s Vision 2031 for an AI Destination, this initiative is also part of Google’s broader MENA AI Opportunity Initiative, focused on ensuring AI’s growth potential is accessible to every member of the community.  The AI Opportunity Initiative aims to provide essential AI skills, research funding, and access to helpful AI products across MENA by the end of 2027.

His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, affirmed that the new partnership with Google highlights the UAE Government’s forward-looking vision, focused on empowering society to harness the potential of artificial intelligence. This key future tool improves well-being and reshapes models and frameworks across vital sectors.

Commenting on the collaboration, Anthony Nakache, Managing Director, Google MENA, said: “Our collaboration with the UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office on the ‘AI for All Initiative’ is built on a shared belief – AI’s benefits must be accessible to all. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to helping more people to leverage AI and make the most of the technology.”