TRENDS Research & Advisory participated in the first edition of the Legislative Parliamentary Forum, which was organized by the Federal National Council (FNC) at the Council’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The forum brought together lawmakers, experts, academics, and CEOs in artificial intelligence (AI) from across the country, along with representatives of legislative councils in GCC countries, several legal and judicial bodies, departments, and local and international academic institutions.

Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory, emphasized that TRENDS’ participation is part of its commitment to supporting national legislative efforts to keep pace with rapid technological developments, particularly in AI, which has become a key pillar of the comprehensive digital transformation process.

Dr. Al-Ali expressed his pleasure at TRENDS’ participation in this important forum, which brings together experts and specialists to develop legislative frameworks that anticipate the future. He noted that this involvement confirms the pivotal role of research in supporting decision-making and developing informed policies that serve the country’s progress toward leadership in technological and knowledge domains.

He added that AI represents one of the most important engines of future development and requires flexible, advanced legislation that encourages innovation while simultaneously protecting national interests and individual rights. He noted that the forum is an ideal platform for exchanging expertise and knowledge among legislators, academics, and specialists in this vital field.

Dr. Al-Ali explained that TRENDS pays great attention to AI research and policy. It uses this research to provide forward-looking insights that contribute to the formulation of pioneering legislation supporting the country’s efforts to enhance its global position in regulating and developing artificial intelligence.

On the sidelines of TRENDS’ participation in the first Parliamentary Legislative Forum, which was organized by the Federal National Council, a delegation from TRENDS Research & Advisory held a series of meetings with several officials and experts participating in the forum. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation and exchanging research, legislation, and institutional development expertise.

The meetings also addressed the most critical issues on the forum’s agenda, particularly the role of AI in developing the legislative system and supporting parliamentary decision-making to keep pace with future transformations and to contribute to achieving national goals.