Microsoft Commits $15.2 Billion to UAE AI and Cloud Infrastructure
Microsoft has committed $15.2 billion to AI and cloud infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates between 2023 and 2029, including $7.3 billion already invested, a $1.5 billion stake in G42 and $4.6 billion on data-center capacity. It plans to deploy an additional $7.9 billion from 2026 through 2029 under its sovereign AI partnership.
1. Microsoft’s UAE AI and Cloud Investment
Microsoft has pledged $15.2 billion for AI, cloud computing, and data center capacity in the United Arab Emirates between 2023 and 2029. The commitment includes a $1.5 billion equity stake in sovereign AI firm G42 and $4.6 billion allocated to expanding data center infrastructure.
2. Future Spending and Partnership Details
Having invested $7.3 billion to date, Microsoft plans to deploy an additional $7.9 billion from 2026 through 2029. This next phase will support sovereign AI projects and enhance cloud services as part of its broader strategy to cement the UAE as a regional technology hub.