Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai. This initiative of the Higher Committee of Future Technology Development and Digital Economy aims to foster an innovation-driven ecosystem in Dubai for digital applications and make Dubai one of the most desirable destinations for business opportunities in the world by 2025.
According to the Crown Prince, the launch of “Create apps in Dubai” is part of his Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s directives, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. These directives call for initiatives that will transform Dubai into a global leader in the digital sector and help create a new future with advanced technologies and sciences. He said that Dubai Internet City’s strategic investments have made it a major player in the global digital landscape since its launch.
The announcement was made on Twitter by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, who stated that the initiative aims to train 1,000 Emirati nationals in app development.
The “Create Apps in Dubai” initiative will provide training and mentorship to Emirati nationals who are interested in app development. The program is open to individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced developers. The program will focus on developing apps that have the potential to make a global impact, with a particular emphasis on apps that can address challenges in areas such as health, education, and the environment.
He stated that digital transformation is sweeping the globe and the exponential growth in cutting-edge digital platforms and applications has created a new global race for technological leadership. Dubai wants to be the leader of this global race. It provides a platform that fosters the development of 1,000 UAE nationals with innovative ideas.
