Omar Al Olama: Foreseeing the Future is a Pillar of Progress for Societies, Economies

Jerusalem, 11 October, 2022 (TPS) -- DUBAI, 11th October 2022 (WAM)
Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, said that Dubai is the perfect place to dream big and its future will be built by embracing the limitless potential of local and global talent.

This came as Al Olama opened the first-ever Dubai Future Forum, saying that “Dubai and the United Arab Emirates would serve as a global hub for anyone, from anywhere, determined to shape the future and create a new era of prosperity and opportunity for humankind.”

“What makes our city and nation successful is not natural resources, but the unique ability to embrace all ideas and individuals,” the Minister said. “As a dynamic, forward-looking and cosmopolitan city, we have grown to become a global hub for talent, technology and innovation. More than 200 nationalities are in Dubai contributing to the city’s future, side by side with a forward-thinking leadership that knows the importance of foresight and takes risks to embrace future opportunities. Emirates Airline, Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City are all examples of leadership’s foresight,” he continued.

“Inspired by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the nation is focused on carving out a path toward a hopeful future. Last year was a huge milestone as that was when the country celebrated its Golden Jubilee and it began to embrace the next 50 years of growth and sustainable development. It allowed for a moment to pause and reflect on past achievements, but also look ahead to a new future as the UAE aims to grow and become better as a country, by its centennial in 2071,” he further stated.

Al Olama emphasized that Dubai was built by unleashing the potential of talents and becoming a place that allows new ideas to take root and flourish. “The Dubai Future Forum will help us continue our journey towards the future. As we look to shape the future rather than react to it, my message to all of you is this: dream big,” he concluded.