Hardly a day passes without us reading in various media about the remarkable artificial intelligence (AI) revolution that has become an integral part of our daily lives across all fields. Countries with advanced digital infrastructure, such as those in the Arabian Gulf, have successfully leveraged AI in various domains. This is evident in the numerous conferences hosted by Gulf states, inviting experts from around the world to explore the latest developments in AI, as well as the formulation of AI strategies by some Gulf countries. Moreover, these states have employed AI technologies in security, healthcare, education, and economic sectors.

Despite the significance of these advancements, an important question arises: what about the military domain? This question is particularly relevant given that Gulf states, often categorized as smaller countries with limited military forces, can find in AI technologies a valuable means to compensate for the lack of large armies. Furthermore, AI has transformed fundamental concepts such as warfare, deterrence, and the balance of power. These developments have significantly influenced the balance of power for Gulf states, which have traditionally relied on arms purchases and long-term strategic partnerships. However, these approaches may no longer be sufficient, as not all international powers and organizations are willing to share the secrets of such advanced technologies with Gulf countries.

Note: This article has been automatically translated, the full article is available in Arabic.

Source: Akhbar Al Khaleej