Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Enmaeya News) — Dubai’s Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has signed a landmark partnership with Dubai AI Campus to train more than 10,000 public and private sector employees by 2030, aiming to prepare the workforce for the age of artificial intelligence.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focuses on developing local AI skills and supporting Dubai’s transformation into a global innovation and technology hub, aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).

The agreement will lead to advanced training programs, hands-on projects, and mentorship initiatives targeting civil servants, executives and private sector professionals.

A key initiative under the MoU is the “AI for Civil Service” program, designed to equip government employees with generative AI skills to improve public service delivery.

Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, director-general of DGHR, said, “Investing in human capital is key to positioning Dubai among the world’s top knowledge economies. This collaboration with Dubai AI Campus will equip our workforce to lead in digital transformation and ensure the emirate’s long-term competitiveness.”

The program will include real-world AI application training, workshops, seminars, and career mentorships, encouraging the development of innovative AI-powered solutions evaluated by experts from Dubai International Financial Centre, Udacity and industry leaders.

Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi added, “At DGHR, we consider investing in human capital as a major step towards attaining the vision of our wise leadership in leading the global innovation and technology landscape and positioning Dubai at the forefront of the world’s top knowledge economies.

“This collaboration marks a pivotal step in empowering our workforce with skills to drive digital transformation across both public and private sectors with precision and agility. The move will ensure the sustainability of economic and social development and ensure the emirate’s competitiveness in different fields.

“In addition, this agreement signifies our unwavering commitment to shaping a prosperous future for the coming generations by equipping them with vital knowledge and technologies and promoting a work environment based on innovation, creativity, and institutional excellence.”

The partnership also aims to foster cross-sector collaboration, generate high-quality scientific research on AI in human resources, and support technology innovation events across Dubai.

This strategic move is part of Dubai’s broader push to integrate advanced technologies into economic and government operations, shaping a knowledge-based economy for future generations.