The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) session, held under the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), included participation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA).
According to SPA, the session focused on reviewing AI policies with representatives from several countries. Discussions covered international AI efforts, successful practices, and challenges regarding the development and adoption of AI technologies on national and international levels.
SDAIA highlighted the Kingdom’s role in adopting latest technologies and developing an integrated AI system to support innovation and sustainable development in line with Saudi Vision 2030. The authority reviewed its national AI strategy and efforts to enhance AI governance, innovation, and technological responsibility.
The participation included a showcase of 2024 global achievements in data and AI, specifically noting top international positions in government AI strategy rankings. SDAIA emphasized partnerships with global organizations to cooperate on AI ethics and policies to help establish international standards for safe and responsible technology use.
The authority further noted that AI supports Saudi Vision 2030 by empowering national capabilities, fostering innovation in vital sectors, and developing digital infrastructure.
What was the purpose of the GPAI session attended by SDAIA? The session, held under the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), aimed to review AI policies with representatives from various countries. The discussions focused on international efforts in AI, the identification of successful practices, and the challenges associated with the development and adoption of AI technologies at both national and international levels.
What specific achievements did SDAIA showcase during the session? SDAIA showcased the achievements the Kingdom made globally in the fields of data and AI during 2024. This included highlighting that Saudi Arabia secured top international positions in government AI strategy rankings, reflecting its role in the sector and its contributions to driving innovation and digital transformation.
How does AI support Saudi Vision 2030 according to SDAIA? SDAIA stated that AI supports Saudi Vision 2030 by developing digital infrastructure and fostering innovation across vital sectors. Additionally, the authority emphasized that AI is used to empower national capabilities and develop an integrated AI system that promotes sustainable development.