Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and PM of the UAE; Ruler of Dubai (United Arab Emirates), ranks #26/500 on the Power & Influence Index (71.9). Greatest lever: Entrenchment / tenure (86.0, Leading). Entrenchment 86/100; net worth $4bn.
Dimension read
| Dimension | Value | Standing | What a high vs low value means, and where Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum sits |
|---|---|---|---|
| PII Power & Influence (PII) | 71.9 | Leading · #26/635 | High here, near the apex of civilizational influence. ▲ high: near the apex of civilizational influence · ▼ low: lower relative influence within this elite set |
| Economic power Economic power | 78.0 | Strong · #79/635 | High here, controls vast wealth and companies. ▲ high: controls vast wealth and companies · ▼ low: limited economic control |
| Political power Political power | 68.0 | Strong · #89/635 | High here, commands states, law or policy. ▲ high: commands states, law or policy · ▼ low: little formal political power |
| AI power AI power | 75.0 | Strong · #82/635 | High here, shapes or controls the trajectory of AI. ▲ high: shapes or controls the trajectory of AI · ▼ low: limited sway over AI's direction |
| Platform reach Platform reach | 70.0 | Strong · #88/635 | High here, commands a vast audience or network. ▲ high: commands a vast audience or network · ▼ low: limited direct reach |
| Institutional control Institutional control | 82.0 | Strong · #92/635 | High here, controls pivotal institutions and capital. ▲ high: controls pivotal institutions and capital · ▼ low: limited institutional control |
| Entrenchment / tenure Entrenchment / tenure | 86.0 | Leading · #24/635 | High here, power is locked in (indefinite or controlling stake). ▲ high: power is locked in (indefinite or controlling stake) · ▼ low: power is contingent, term-limited or contestable |
Strengths
- Entrenchment / tenure (86.0, Leading), power is locked in (indefinite or controlling stake).
- Economic power (78.0, Strong), controls vast wealth and companies.
- AI power (75.0, Strong), shapes or controls the trajectory of AI.
Risk factors
- Highly entrenched (tenure 86): power is locked in and hard to contest or remove.
AI worldview
Ideas & positions
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has positioned the UAE, particularly Dubai, as a global hub for AI innovation and development. He has emphasized the importance of AI in driving economic growth, improving governance, and enhancing public services. In 2017, he launched the UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy, which aims to integrate AI into various sectors including healthcare, transportation, and education. He has not publicly taken a strong stance on existential risk, open vs closed models, or specific regulatory frameworks for AI.
What shapes the view
His views are shaped by a strong belief in technological advancement as a driver of economic prosperity and national competitiveness. The UAE's strategic focus on diversifying its economy beyond oil has led to significant investments in AI and other emerging technologies. His background in government and leadership roles has influenced his emphasis on using AI to enhance public services and governance efficiency.
The AI-powered future they see
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum envisions a future where AI plays a central role in transforming the UAE into a leading smart nation. He promotes the idea that AI will drive innovation, improve quality of life, and position the UAE as a global leader in technology. He has also highlighted the potential for AI to address challenges such as climate change and healthcare.