Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha held a series of strategic meetings in Paris with several leading research institutions and global companies specialized in artificial intelligence (AI), space, data governance, and deep technologies.
The meetings align with Saudi Arabia's efforts to accelerate the adoption of AI and advanced technologies and to empower its research and innovation ecosystem, the Saudi Press Agency said on Thursday.
Alswaha met with CEO of Inria Bruno Sportisse, with whom he discussed partnership opportunities in AI, quantum computing, robotics, and the establishment of joint research laboratories. The two sides also discussed programs for researcher exchange and competency development.
In a meeting with CEO of Mistral AI Arthur Mensch, Alswaha discussed areas of cooperation in developing open-source large language models (LLMs) and enhancing partnerships in generative AI.
Additionally, the minister and CNIL President Marie-Laure Denis discussed prospects for collaboration in data governance and protection and the exchange of expertise in AI regulations. The meeting spotlighted Saudi Arabia's efforts and international initiatives to develop innovative regulatory frameworks that support the responsible use of emerging technologies.
The Saudi delegation also met with Thales Group Chairman and CEO Patrice Caine to discuss collaboration in developing technological solutions in smart systems and space technologies. The goal is to support Saudi Arabia's priorities in building a digital infrastructure that contributes to empowering vital sectors and advancing high-tech industries in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
