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Washington bets on UAE as its advanced AI outpost in the Middle East

Executives and officials from G42 and the UAE Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council attend the announcement of US approval for advanced AI chip imports, highlighting the U.S.-UAE technology partnership

The United States has approved Emirati group G42 to import the most advanced artificial intelligence chips, positioning the United Arab Emirates as a strategic AI hub in the Middle East and a trusted partner in countering Chinese technological dominance.

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