Abu dhabi: Counsellor Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, Attorney-General of the UAE, has hosted senior government officials at the UAE Public Prosecution headquarters in Abu Dhabi to review the authority's role in the criminal justice system, showcase its digital transformation initiatives, and explore opportunities for institutional cooperation and knowledge exchange.
According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting was attended by notable figures including Maryam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, Minister of State and Secretary-General of the Cabinet; Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat; Mohamed Rashid bin Taliah, Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Government Knowledge Exchange; and Ahmed Al Neyadi, Director-General of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat, among other senior government officials, members of the judiciary, and leaders of the UAE Public Prosecution.
Members of the Public Prosecution provided a detailed presentation outlining the authority's responsibilities within the criminal justice system, emphasizing its role in initiating and conducting criminal proceedings and representing the public interest to reinforce the rule of law and safeguard rights and freedoms.
The participants were also briefed on the Public Prosecution's digital transformation journey and the strides made in digitising judicial procedures and developing digital systems and platforms. These advancements have enhanced operational efficiency, accelerated case processing, and improved the quality of data and services offered.
Significant attention was given to the Public Prosecution's artificial intelligence strategy, which includes initiatives like the "Virtual Prosecutor Assistant" to support legal research and the analysis and summarisation of cases, and the "Bayan Smart Translation Centre" for instant translation of documents related to investigations and judicial proceedings.
Moreover, future plans to expand the use of Agentic AI and advanced analytics were discussed, aligning with the UAE Government's AI adoption strategy. These initiatives aim to boost productivity, speed up procedures, and enhance the quality of decisions and services within a secure digital environment, while maintaining that judicial authority and decision-making remain with human officials.
The meeting concluded with a consensus on the importance of ongoing cooperation and knowledge sharing to strengthen government integration and support the expanded use of AI in government operations, consistent with the UAE's future vision.
