The Arab Centre for Artificial Intelligence (ACAI) and India's Universal AI University (UAI) have partnered through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate the advancement of AI across Qatar and the broader region. That collaboration aims to enhance education, research, and innovation in AI and emerging technologies.

Together, ACAI and UAI plan to establish a specialised AI research centre and develop advanced training programs to cultivate local expertise. They will also launch various online and short-term educational courses designed to address the growing demand for skilled AI professionals in Qatar's job market, ensuring that the workforce is well-prepared for future technological developments.

Looking forward, the partnership envisions creating a dedicated AI-focused university campus. The initiative aligns with Qatar's vision to transition into a knowledge-based economy by fostering innovation and offering academic programs in AI, engineering, business administration, environmental sustainability, and other emerging technologies.

The MoU is valid for ten years and includes provisions for dispute resolution, intellectual property rights management, and annual reviews to ensure tangible and sustainable outcomes. Further detailed implementation agreements are expected to formalise the partnership's operational aspects.

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