Middle East Emerges as Global AI Hub with Major Data Centre and Connectivity Investments

The UAE and Saudi Arabia are rapidly building AI-driven digital economies, with technology spending in the MENA region expected to reach US$169 billion in 2026. Investments are focused on expanding data centre capacity, cloud regions, and high-performance computing, while research institutions are being set up to develop local AI expertise. Experts note that robust connectivity—both terrestrial and subsea—is critical to handle the massive data flows AI generates, positioning the Gulf as a key digital partner for Europe and the wider Global South. With abundant land, power, and water, the region’s AI infrastructure is expected to attract roughly US$33.8 billion in investments from 2025–2030, cementing its role as a strategic AI powerhouse.

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