The UAE has emerged as a preferred partner for the US in the global AI race, according to US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. He cited how“great alignment” in values, economic vision and partnership potential between the UAE and US lay the groundwork for building future-proof AI infrastructure together.
Secretary Burgum also emphasized that the UAE's stable governance, abundant energy resources and significant investment capital make it an ideal partner for building secure AI data centers that protect national interests while advancing innovation.
Why This Matters
The UAE-US AI partnership is built on decades of trust and economic collaboration.The UAE offers the US a unique combination of energy resources, capital and strategic alignment, crucial for the accelerating AI race. Secretary Burgum's recognition underscores how mutual investment and a shared strategic vision are driving both nations forward in AI. This strong track record of trust makes theUAE a vital partner for building resilient AI infrastructure benefiting both countries through advanced technology and economic growth.
"The UAE is a country that's got a great alignment with the United States in terms of a set of values, our economic visions, in terms of the potential for partnership, with a tremendous amount of capital to invest through their various sovereign wealth funds." – Doug Burgum, US Interior Secretary andChairman of America's Energy Dominance Council