Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ranks First Globally for Female Inclusion in AI Sector

TDT | Manama
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Saudi Arabia has secured the top global position in empowering women in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to the prestigious AI Index Report 2025 published by Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI). The achievement marks a major milestone in the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to build a world-class AI ecosystem under the umbrella of Vision 2030.

The ranking is based on the female-to-male ratio in AI-related roles and reflects the success of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious national policies and strategic initiatives aimed at increasing female participation and leadership in the technology sector. These efforts are spearheaded by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA).

In addition to leading in women’s empowerment, Saudi Arabia also placed third globally in AI job growth for 2024, fourth in the number of leading AI models, and eighth in attracting AI talent, confirming the Kingdom’s growing influence in the global AI landscape.

The Kingdom now stands among a select group of nations—including the United States, China, France, Canada, and Korea—that have developed advanced AI models. These accomplishments highlight Saudi Arabia’s commitment to fostering innovation, investing in talent, and expanding digital infrastructure.

SDAIA’s impact has been significant, with initiatives such as the “Elevate” program—developed in partnership with Google Cloud—which aims to train over 25,000 women in technology and AI. The authority has also launched several training camps and professional development programs to build local capabilities and prepare Saudi talent for leadership roles both regionally and globally.

The Stanford AI Index serves as an essential global benchmark for understanding AI development and trends. Saudi Arabia’s strong performance in this year’s report confirms its status as a rising leader in the AI field and reaffirms its commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and economic diversification through technology.