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The UAE Charter for the Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence

Charter State lawWestern Asia · AEadopted

The UAE Charter for the Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence outlines national objectives, priorities, and expected outcomes to establish the UAE as a global hub for AI. It focuses on ethical and responsible AI development, human oversight, data privacy, safety, and compliance with local laws and international treaties. The charter addresses multiple stakeholders across the public and private sectors to ensure AI serves the public good and enhances quality of life.

Summary and content fields are drawn from the document text and are pending editorial review.

Who issued it

United Arab Emirates GovernmentGovernment · AE
Lead issuer
Legal forceSoft law
Under whose authorityState law
Judged fromfull text

Who it governs

General publicCompaniesAI developers and providersResearchers and academicsInternational community

This charter is for the public and private sectors, AI developers, researchers, and consumers seeking to understand the UAE's vision and priorities for AI development.

Sectors
Telecommunications and digital services · Telecommunication, Technology and Space

What the document contains

What's covered

The document covers policy objectives, key priorities such as safety, algorithmic bias, data privacy, and human oversight, and expected outcomes regarding innovation, quality of life, and government services.

What's missing

The text lacks specific enforcement mechanisms, technical definitions, and detailed regulatory frameworks.

Key takeaways
  • The charter aims to transform the UAE into a global hub for developing and adopting artificial intelligence solutions.
  • Key priorities include strengthening human-machine ties, ensuring safety, addressing algorithmic bias, and maintaining data privacy.
  • The document emphasizes human judgment and oversight to correct errors and align AI with ethical values.
  • Expected outcomes include enhanced innovation, improved quality of life, better government services, and increased environmental sustainability.
  • The charter applies to a wide audience including the public sector, private companies, researchers, and consumers.
Principles it states
Ensure the use of artificial intelligence in an ethical and responsible manner.Protect privacy and data security.Balance technological advancement with social values.Encourage innovation and support economic growth.Enhance transparency and accountability in its use.
Outline
· Introduction
· Policy Objectives
· Priorities & Key Components
· Expected Outcomes
· Target Audience
Issued10 June 2024
Length817 words
FormatNot recorded
Scopenational

How it scores

Pending review

Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.

Accountability

3/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

Enhance transparency and accountability in its use.

Policy Objectives

screening score · 2026-10-23

Fairness

3/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

The UAE aims to address the challenges posed by AI algorithms regarding algorithmic bias, contributing to a fair and equitable environment for all community members.

Priorities & Key Components

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Dignity

3/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

ensuring that all AI developments prioritize human well-being and progress.

Priorities & Key Components

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Oversight

3/5

Humans remain in control of consequential decisions

The Charter emphasizes the irreplaceable value of human judgment and human oversight over AI

Priorities & Key Components

screening score · 2026-10-23

Privacy

3/5

Protection of personal data and private life

Protect privacy and data security.

Policy Objectives

screening score · 2026-10-23

Transparency

3/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

Enhance transparency and accountability in its use.

Policy Objectives

screening score · 2026-10-23

Enforcement

1/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

Additionally, it includes principles for compliance with existing legislation and agreements related to the development and use of AI in the country.

Introduction

screening score · 2026-10-23

Impact Assessment

0/5

Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use

screening score · 2026-10-23

Topics

artificial_intelligence ethics data_privacy governance human_oversight