Sheikh Khaled lauds Adnoc's role in global energy security system
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed , Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has praised Adnoc's contributions to the global energy security system through sustained investments and a focus on using advanced technologies. He spoke as he chaired a meeting of Adnoc's executive committee, state news agency Wam reported on Thursday. The energy company, a key pillar of the UAE's economy , has continued to enhance its…
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed commended the significant role played by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) in the global energy security system. During a meeting chaired by Sheikh Khaled, he highlighted the company's commitment to advanced technology utilization and sustained investments in enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining flexible supply chains.
These efforts have bolstered Adnoc's international standing, enabling it to better ensure continuity of energy supplies and meet increasing global demand. At the Adipec conference, Adnoc and the UAE's G42 signed an agreement with OpenAI, making Adnoc the first energy firm to utilize OpenAI's Frontier platform. This partnership aims to integrate AI across Adnoc's operations.
Sheikh Khaled was briefed on Adnoc's achievements in the first 10 months of 2026, including progress in fulfilling projects and the application of cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence. He also reviewed the outcomes of a recent forum held by the company, which announced opportunities worth more than Dh60 billion until 2030, along with improvements to procurement systems and supplier registration.
Sheikh Khaled emphasized the importance of nurturing national industries, developing local capabilities, and localizing advanced industries to achieve the UAE's economic diversification goals. He stressed that empowering Emirati talent was crucial to this strategy, as it would help establish a competitive national economy based on knowledge and innovation.
During the Review of key moments from Adipec, Sheikh Khaled underscored the event's significance as a global platform for promoting dialogue and partnerships between energy leaders, decision-makers, and investors. The meeting featured prominent figures from various ministries and organizations, including Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and others.
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