In conjunction with the data from the Ministry of Human Resources and Labor, the request for technical specialties is expected to increase by 15% by 2025. The main focus will be on innovation, sustainability, and digital technology. Reports indicate a growth in employment in the field of information technologies by 28% by 2025, reflecting the government's commitment to the integration of artificial intelligence and its implementation across various sectors.
According to the Ministry of Economy, the expected economic growth of 5% by 2025 will be based on modern technological sectors, with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and data processing centers. The report "Future Technical Talents in the UAE 2024" indicates a 90% increase in employment in the field of artificial intelligence, reflecting an increasing demand for experts in this area.
According to the assessments of the World Economic Forum, it is expected that artificial intelligence will contribute to the creation of around 97 million new jobs by 2025. Employers recommend professionals to follow the upcoming trends in the labor market, develop digital skills, participate in specialized education programs, and focus on personal skills.
In the UAE, there is a significant increase in jobs related to artificial intelligence and future technologies, driven by a clear vision from the government and major investments from both public and private sectors, according to the Center for Strategic Analytical Data in Abu Dhabi. With a focus on development in this area, for the government, these jobs will be among the highest in the region.
The most sought-after professionals in the labor market in the UAE are specialists in artificial intelligence, machine learning, programming, big data analytics, blockchain technologies, cybersecurity experts, and AI systems trainers.
According to IDC, spending on artificial intelligence in the region will exceed $3 billion by 2024, reflecting the country's efforts to strengthen its status as a regional and global center for digital innovations and smart economies, opening unique opportunities for specialists in the field of artificial intelligence, data analytics, and autonomous vehicles.
In conjunction with a recent report from LinkedIn, vacancies in artificial intelligence in the UAE will ensure an annual growth of 74%, making them one of the fastest-growing fields in the country. An increase in the investment in the digital economy in GDP is expected from 9.7% to 19.4%. The autonomous vehicle sector, connected with the development of a smart transportation system in the UAE, presents one of the most promising areas for the creation of new specialized jobs. In the coming years, more than 4,000 direct jobs are expected to be created by 2028 and over 12,000 jobs by 2035 in the autonomous vehicle sector.
