Driving AI Partnership Between Pakistan and UAE
Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Federal Minister for IT & Telecom, met with Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister for AI and Digital Economy, to discuss cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital transformation and innovation-led growth. The leaders explored concrete avenues to deepen collaboration between Pakistan and the UAE, focusing on shared goals in emerging technologies.
The talks centered on building an AI partnership that accelerates digital economies, strengthens national AI capabilities and opens pathways for youth engagement in tech sectors. Both sides emphasized capacity building, knowledge exchange and collaborative initiatives that could support startups, skilling programs and joint pilot projects across the two countries.
The meeting sets the stage for continued dialogue and practical follow-up to translate the AI partnership into measurable outcomes. Strengthening ties with the UAE is seen as an opportunity to fast-track Pakistan’s digital agenda, attract investment in innovation and expand career prospects for young professionals in emerging technologies.



