# UAE Public Prosecution Advances AI Governance

The UAE Public Prosecution has outlined its 2045 vision for integrating artificial intelligence into the criminal justice system, emphasizing that AI will augment but not replace human decision-making. This strategy prioritizes ethical governance frameworks, human accountability, and maintaining public trust while enhancing prosecutorial efficiency. Procurement professionals and contractors engaged in AI, legal technology, and governance solutions should note the UAE's commitment to human-in-command AI applications, which may influence future technology requirements and procurement criteria.

- The UAE Public Prosecution's approach mandates AI systems that support human oversight, indicating procurement opportunities for AI tools with transparent, auditable decision processes.
- Ethical and governance frameworks will likely shape contract requirements, emphasizing compliance, accountability, and human control features.
- Vendors specializing in AI for legal and criminal justice applications should align offerings with the UAE's vision to remain competitive in this emerging market.
- This vision may set a precedent for international standards in AI governance within public prosecution and justice sectors, impacting global procurement trends.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Public Safety, Information Technology
**Topics:** Artificial Intelligence, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 27, 2026

### Government Entities
- UAE Public Prosecution
- United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice

### Key Quotes
> Human will be in the loop, on the loop, and in command.
> — Salem Al Zaabi, Counsellor, UAE Public Prosecution

### Sources
- [UAE Public Prosecution’s 2045 Vision Keeps Humans in Command of AI](https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/uae-public-prosecutions-2045-vision-keeps-humans-in-command-of-ai-2-1.500689044) - Gulf News