Nearly all GCC states are interested in Artificial Intelligence (AI, but primarily for research & development (R&D) as a means of diversifying their economies and homegrowning novel technologies. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the only GCC state to make real progress in implementing AI technologies into military systems. However, Saudi Arabia’s AI ambitions, albeit mostly civilian, are equally noteworthy.
Our 3,114-word report (9 pages) sheds light on the nascent AI rush in the GCC and provides an overview of each country’s intentions in this field. Our special report also looks at some key AI defense programs from the worldwide defense market that could inspire or influence GCC states.
Our report is structured as follows:
-Key Judgements
-AI: A PRIMER
-AI IN THE GCC: UAE (with Garmousha and Hunter-2 AI swarm capability), KSA, and other GCC states (Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait)
-AI IN OTHER DEFENSE INDUSTRIES: US, China, Russia, France, Israel, South Korea, and Turkey