Sheikh Tahnoon Discusses AI and Global Tech Relations with U.S. Leaders

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the United Arab Emirates’ national security advisor, engaged in discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, March 18. At the forefront of Sheikh Tahnoon’s agenda was the topic of artificial intelligence, a subject that featured prominently during his visit. According to the UAE Embassy’s summary of the meeting, AI was a recurring theme. Furthermore, Sheikh Tahnoon’s itinerary in Washington included high-profile meetings with tech magnate Elon Musk and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison.

The economic partnership between the United States and Abu Dhabi has been bolstered by their collaborative efforts in AI, showcasing substantial investments flowing reciprocally between the two nations. The UAE is establishing itself as a formidable player in the global AI arena. Additionally, the agenda covered the dialogue on advanced semiconductor chips and technology dissemination, which underscored the ongoing tech rivalry and tensions between the U.S. and China.