Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Elon Musk held a phone call on April 22 focused on AI, advanced technology and space.
The discussion covered opportunities in those sectors to support long-term development and improve quality of life.
Both sides stressed the need to accelerate the adoption of innovative technologies and strengthen international partnerships in emerging sectors.
WAM said Musk praised the UAE’s vision and its international partnerships in artificial intelligence investment.
Sheikh Mohamed and Elon Musk hold talks on AI and space
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Elon Musk on Wednesday to discuss developments in artificial intelligence, advanced technology and space, according to the state news agency WAM.
The call focused on opportunities in those sectors to support long-term development and improve quality of life. The discussion also addressed the importance of expanding global cooperation and exchanging expertise as governments and companies respond to rapid technological change.
Focus on faster adoption and global partnerships
Sheikh Mohamed and Musk also discussed the need to accelerate the adoption of innovative technologies and strengthen international partnerships in emerging sectors. The language of the official statement placed the emphasis on practical cooperation rather than announcing a specific new agreement or investment.
That matters because the UAE has spent the past several years positioning itself as a regional hub for artificial intelligence, advanced technology and space-related investment. Wednesday’s call fits that broader strategy, even though the official readout did not include concrete commercial commitments.
What the official statement said
The key points released after the call were:
Artificial intelligence, advanced technology and space were the main topics of discussion.
The conversation focused on development opportunities and quality of life.
Both sides highlighted faster adoption of innovation and stronger international cooperation.
Musk praised the UAE’s vision and its role in AI investment partnerships.
Musk praises UAE’s technology agenda
WAM said Musk praised the UAE’s vision and its successful international partnerships in artificial intelligence investment, and expressed his wishes for the country’s continued progress and prosperity.
“Elon Musk praised the UAE’s vision and its successful international partnerships in artificial intelligence investment.”
The official summary kept the focus on technology, cooperation and long-term development. No additional details were released about follow-up meetings, joint projects or new policy measures.
