OpenAI expands Abu Dhabi partnerships across energy, government and investment
OpenAI is deepening its presence in Abu Dhabi through agreements with the UAE’s state-backed energy company ADNOC and technology group G42. The announcements came during a visit to the United Arab Emirates by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
According to the reports, the agreements span energy, government and investment. The involvement of ADNOC points to a collaboration linked to the energy sector, while the deal with G42 extends OpenAI’s relationships with prominent regional technology and government organizations.
The available reports do not specify the financial terms, products, deployment timeline or division of responsibilities involved. They nevertheless mark a broadening of OpenAI’s institutional footprint in Abu Dhabi, where the companies are positioning themselves as partners across strategic sectors.