Dubai Customs continued its activities in the UAE Innovation Month 2023 by organizing a forum via visual communication technology on “Enabling Artificial Intelligence” under the supervision of the Services Innovation Department and the Information Technology Department, with the participation of specialists in this field representing major international companies for data and smart technologies.
In the opening speech of the forum, Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs and CEO of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, stressed that “the UAE is aware of the importance of developing and using artificial intelligence technologies and their positive impact on bringing regarding a developmental leap in the methods of providing government services, and the country is working hard to Accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies.
He said: “We, at Dubai Customs, are constantly keen on developing our programs, automating customs procedures, and harnessing all advanced technologies to facilitate commercial operations and increase the return on revenues from them. Dubai Customs is a world leader in adopting modern technologies and digitization in the operation of its operations, and in order to enhance our global role in the field of customs development. .
He added, “Artificial intelligence is a key component of the department’s innovation strategy within its strategic plan 2021-2026, and we are working to integrate applications of artificial intelligence technology within the digital transformation goals to make our services and procedures faster, smarter, and more effective around the clock, seven days a week, by supporting the efficiency of risk assessment.” Related to clearing shipments, goods, and people in customs work. In 2022, the department completed regarding 22.5 million customs declarations. This was done thanks to our advanced technological systems capable of completing this large number of transactions. Therefore, we look forward to harnessing artificial intelligence technology to improve the quality of government services and support the competitiveness of our economy. the National”.
