多年前，阿布扎比更依赖从外部直接购买技术服务，但随着经 济多元化战略的推进，政府部门意识到科技自主研发能力的重 要性。在一些关键技术上，除了从外部购买，更需要"自力更 生"，开发自有技术。 作者： 田进 封图：图虫创意 9月中旬，在阿联酋经济与旅游部组织的官方访华活动期间，阿布扎比商会总干事阿里·穆罕默德·阿勒·马尔祖基（下称"马尔祖基"）带领多家当地企 业奔赴北京，重点关注人工智能（AI）与智能机器人领域。 谈及此次行程，马尔祖基说，阿布扎比已成为中东和北非地区发展最快的人工智能中心。而在人工智能、金融科技等领域，中国拥有世界一流水平。商 会希望促进双方私营部门间的联系，将合作潜力转化为切实可行的盈利项目。 近几年，作为阿联酋的首都，阿布扎比在AI领域投入重资。今年年初，阿布扎比政府发布的《2025—2027年政府数字化战略》，明确提出计划投入 130亿迪拉姆（约合253亿元人民币）推动人工智能在政府服务中的应用，目标是打造全球领先的人工智能驱动型政府，进一步拉动经济增长。 9月底，面对经济观察报等中国媒体组成的媒体团到访阿布扎比，在与当地经济发展部门、环境署、科技发展部门及商业协会等机构的交流中，AI成为 ...

Core Insights - Abu Dhabi is rapidly becoming a leading center for artificial intelligence (AI) in the Middle East and North Africa, with significant investments aimed at fostering collaboration between local and Chinese enterprises in the AI and robotics sectors [1][2][3] Investment and Economic Strategy - The Abu Dhabi government plans to invest 13 billion dirhams (approximately 25.3 billion RMB) in AI applications within government services as part of its 2025-2027 digital strategy, aiming to create a globally leading AI-driven government [1][3] - Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth funds and venture capital firms are well-positioned to support local enterprises with procurement and investment opportunities, enhancing integration into the local supply chain [2] AI Sector Growth - As of June 2024, the number of AI companies in Abu Dhabi reached 673, marking a 61% increase from the previous year, with 150 new AI firms established in the first half of 2025 [4] - The UAE has invested billions in AI, with a focus on becoming a global leader in the field, as highlighted by discussions between UAE President and OpenAI's CEO [4] Education and Talent Development - Khalifa University has introduced AI and robotics degree programs to address talent shortages, integrating AI concepts into core courses to prepare graduates for industry demands [6] - The university aims to align its development goals with national strategies, focusing on AI and sustainability in various fields [9] Chinese Enterprises in Abu Dhabi - The number of registered Chinese companies in Abu Dhabi increased by 38% in 2023 and further by 69.4% in 2024, with significant growth in sectors like autonomous driving and renewable energy [7] - Hub71, a technology and innovation hub in Abu Dhabi, has attracted numerous Chinese startups, providing comprehensive support to facilitate their operations [8] Government Support and Policy - Abu Dhabi's government is committed to optimizing the business environment by implementing a "one-stop service" model for investors, significantly reducing the time required to establish new companies [10] - The Abu Dhabi Investment Office has been actively engaging with Chinese businesses to promote investment opportunities, reflecting the city's openness to global enterprises [11]