Saudi Gazette report
NEW YORK — United Nations Undersecretary General and Secretary-General's Technology Envoy Amandeep Singh Gill commended Saudi Arabia's support for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030. He appreciated the Kingdom's advancements in data and artificial intelligence and its role in global dialogue on these technologies.

This recognition was highlighted during a meeting between Amandeep Singh Gill and the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) President Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi at the Permanent Mission of Saudi Arabia to the UN in New York on Sunday.

The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and the UN in data and AI, as well as the Kingdom's role in supporting the SDGs in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.

Speaking on the occasion, Alghamdi reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's commitment to UN initiatives on AI governance and responsible use of technology. He emphasized the need for expertise exchange and the establishment of legislative and ethical frameworks to ensure technology reliability. The SDAIA president also highlighted the Kingdom's efforts to develop human capabilities and enable communities to benefit from AI applications.

On his part, Gill noted that Saudi Arabia is a key partner in the UN, supporting initiatives for AI governance and responsible technology use. He praised the Kingdom’s role in promoting global dialogue on digital technologies and its participation in relevant UN committees. He stressed the importance of ongoing cooperation in developing international policies, capacity building, and knowledge exchange.