The UAE plans to issue 100,000 golden visas to the top tech talent as it looks to become a global tech investment hub. As local energy companies are undergoing significant digital transformation to reduce their carbon footprint, the opportunity could benefit tech experts in the oil and gas sector.
This is in line with the UAE’s plans to provide 100,000 golden visas to the best tech talent both in the UAE and across the globe.
The United Arab Emirates is aiming to position itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence by 2031, with several priority sectors, including:
- Resources and Energy
- Logistics and Transport
- Hospitality
- Healthcare
- Cybersecurity
Additionally, the “UAE Digital Economy Strategy” aims to double the contribution of the digital economy to the UAE’s GDP to 19.4 per cent within 10 years.
