Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, called for human values to guide the growth of artificial intelligence (AI). He emphasized that tolerance, inclusivity, and ethical use must be central as AI continues to evolve.

He was speaking at the “Machines Can See 2025” Global Summit, held at Dubai’s Museum of the Future. The summit is a key event of the first Dubai AI Week 2025. It is organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence under the Dubai Future Foundation.

The event is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of DFF’s Board of Trustees.

Nahyan bin Mubarak praised Dubai’s global role in tech and AI. He said Dubai has become a hub for innovation and responsible AI development. He also noted the importance of strong leadership in the UAE’s AI journey.

He said AI has great potential to support education, healthcare, sustainability, and economic growth. However, he warned against misuse.

He stressed that AI must be used to solve global challenges such as climate change, inequality, and conflict. He added that shared human values can help ensure AI is inclusive and safe.

The minister also highlighted the need for education and training in AI. He said countries must invest in science, technology, and critical thinking to benefit fully from AI.

Moreover, he called for closer cooperation between research, industry, and government. He said turning research into real-world solutions is key to progress.

International collaboration was another focus. He encouraged global partnerships to share knowledge and ensure ethical AI practices.

Nahyan bin Mubarak concluded by urging delegates to use AI for global peace and human progress.

The summit hosted over 2,000 participants from around the world. Delegates included researchers, industry leaders, and government officials.

It featured talks, panels, and workshops by global tech companies such as AWS, Google Cloud, and NVIDIA.

The event also saw new partnerships. A regional MoU was signed between Astana Hub, IT-Park Uzbekistan, and Al-Farabi Innovation Hub.

Google Cloud launched a free Gen-AI education program to boost regional knowledge.

Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, said Dubai aims to be the global capital for AI. He said responsible innovation and collaboration will shape a better future.

Alexander Khanin, CEO of Polynome Group, said the summit is now a global platform for real-world AI impact.

The two-day event reinforced Dubai’s growing role in AI and its commitment to ethical, inclusive, and forward-looking technology.

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