Abu Dhabi, UAE – The United States and the United Arab Emirates have announced the launch of a 5GW AI Campus, the largest artificial intelligence facility outside the US. 

The unveiling took place at Qasr Al Watan, attended by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and President Donald J. Trump, the 47th President of the United States.

The AI campus, spanning 10 square miles, will serve as a hub for US hyperscalers and enterprises, offering regional compute capacity to support AI-driven innovation across the Global South. 

The facility will integrate nuclear, solar, and gas power to minimize carbon emissions while fostering advancements in AI research.

The initiative is part of the newly established US-UAE AI Acceleration Partnership, aimed at deepening cooperation in AI and advanced technologies. 

The UAE’s national AI champion, G42, will lead a consortium with US partners to build and invest in AI infrastructure both in the UAE and globally.

His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC), emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating: "Today’s agreement is a testament to the ongoing collaboration between our countries in artificial intelligence. 

It strengthens the UAE’s position as a hub for cutting-edge research and sustainable development, delivering transformative benefits for humanity."

The AI campus will also house a science park, driving innovation in AI while ensuring stringent security measures to safeguard advanced technologies. 

The UAE and US will collaborate on Know-Your-Customer protocols to regulate access to compute resources, ensuring responsible AI development.

This partnership marks a new era of technological cooperation, reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to pioneering AI innovation while strengthening ties with the United States. 

The AI campus is expected to accelerate breakthroughs in machine learning, cloud computing, and AI-driven solutions, benefiting industries worldwide.

With this ambitious project, the UAE and US are setting the stage for a future where AI plays a pivotal role in economic growth, sustainability, and global technological leadership.