During the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Dr. Nawaf Salam, the Prime Minister of Lebanon. The meeting centred on the strong fraternal relations between the UAE and Lebanon, exploring avenues to enhance bilateral cooperation across various sectors, ultimately aiming to benefit the citizens of both nations.
Strengthening UAE-Lebanon Relations
Sheikh Abdullah expressed the UAE’s commitment to bolstering its collaboration with Lebanon, supporting all initiatives that promote sustainable security and stability in the country. He underlined the importance of meeting the aspirations of the Lebanese people for development and prosperity.
Key Discussions at the UN General Assembly
Throughout their discussion, the leaders addressed several topics on the UN General Assembly agenda, sharing perspectives on regional issues of mutual concern. This dialogue reflected a shared interest in advancing common goals and understanding the dynamics affecting both countries.
Launch of the “One Million Lebanese Experts in Artificial Intelligence” Initiative
A significant outcome of the meeting was the announcement of the “One Million Lebanese Experts in Artificial Intelligence” initiative. This programme is part of the UAE’s Knowledge Exchange Programme and aims to build digital capacities in Lebanon through collaboration with the Lebanese government.
The initiative is designed to equip one million Lebanese individuals with essential and practical skills in generative artificial intelligence and command engineering. Key aspects include crafting instructions for AI tools, which will enable participants to achieve accurate and effective results in their professional and daily lives.
Empowering the Lebanese Community
Command engineering, a highlighted skill within the initiative, assists individuals and entities in efficiently interacting with AI applications. This expertise is crucial for enhancing workflows and improving government services. The programme seeks to empower participants to utilise AI effectively to accomplish tasks, boost productivity, and develop innovative solutions to challenges.
Designed to reach diverse segments of Lebanese society, the initiative reflects a dedication to expanding access to practical AI skills among all age groups and experience levels. This inclusive approach aims to prepare the community for digital transitions and underscores the potential of AI as a tool for development and innovation.
A Commitment to Knowledge Sharing
The launch of this initiative signifies both the UAE and Lebanon’s commitment to enhancing knowledge collaboration and investing in future skill development. It demonstrates a shared vision for leveraging modern technologies to achieve the aspirations of the Lebanese populace and supporting governmental development pathways.
Attending the meeting were Her Excellency Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemi, Minister of State for International Cooperation; His Excellency Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Minister of State; His Excellency Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State; and His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Sif Al Nahyan, Deputy Minister of State.