Iraq is 107th globally and 12th in the Arab world in AI readiness, with an overall score of 40.91, as per the 2024 Government AI Readiness Index by Oxford Insights. The UAE leads the Arab world while the US is first globally. Iraq plans to enhance AI adoption through a new national strategy.
Iraq has been ranked 107th globally and 12th in the Arab world regarding AI readiness, as stated in the Government AI Readiness Index for 2024 published by Oxford Insights. This index evaluates 188 countries utilizing 40 indicators across three main pillars: government, technology sector, and data & infrastructure. Iraq achieved an overall score of 40.91 out of 100, with specific scores of 32 for government readiness, 35.87 for the technology sector, and 54.25 for data and infrastructure.
In the Arab region, the United Arab Emirates holds the top position with a score of 75.66, followed by Saudi Arabia at 72, Qatar at 68, Oman at 62, and Jordan at 61. Egypt is sixth with a score of 59, while Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Tunisia, and Morocco follow with scores ranging from 54 to 41. On the global stage, the United States leads with 87 points, followed by Singapore at 84 and France at 79.
To promote the adoption of artificial intelligence, the Office of the Prime Minister’s Advisor announced a strategic initiative in July 2024 aimed at developing a national AI strategy. This strategy will focus on enhancing knowledge and integrating AI into various sectors of Iraqi governance and society.
In summary, Iraq’s position in AI readiness reflects a significant opportunity for growth within the technology landscape. While it ranks 107th globally and 12th in the Arab world, there are clear indications of potential improvement through strategic initiatives. The proposed national AI strategy aims to bolster the country’s AI capabilities, thereby enhancing overall technological progression.
Original Source: shafaq.com
