UAE & Shiba Inu Partner for Web3 Public Services

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) has announced a pioneering partnership with the Shiba Inu project to explore Web3 applications in public services, sustainable infrastructure, and digital governance. This collaboration, shared on X by Lucie, is a significant advancement in the UAE’s ongoing commitment to integrating cutting-edge technologies within its public sector.

The partnership will utilize Shiba Inu’s proprietary operating system, ShibOS, to streamline MOEI’s operational processes. By embedding decentralized technologies into government frameworks, the UAE aims to enhance service delivery and foster an inclusive, citizen-centric governance model.

Engineer Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at MOEI, emphasized the transformative potential of this partnership, stating, “Our collaboration with Shiba Inu is not just a step forward for the UAE but a leap towards setting global standards in digital governance. By integrating Web3 solutions, we envision a future where public services are more efficient, transparent, and responsive to citizen needs.”

The UAE has long been trailblazing in technological adoption in governance. Engineer Al Olama reiterated the nation’s vision of a sustainable and interconnected future, underscoring that “embracing decentralized technologies will play a crucial role in achieving our sustainability and digital transformation goals.”

Shytoshi Kusama, the Lead Visionary of Shiba Inu, expressed enthusiasm about the alliance, highlighting its potential to revolutionize public infrastructure. “The UAE’s recognition of Shiba Inu’s capabilities demonstrates the impact of decentralized technologies on real-world applications. Together, we will build a transparent, eco-friendly digital ecosystem that benefits businesses and residents,” Kusama remarked.

This latest initiative aligns seamlessly with the UAE’s broader strategy to integrate blockchain into governmental operations. Launched in 2018, the UAE Blockchain Strategy 2021 aimed to transition 50% of government transactions to blockchain platforms, projecting savings of over $3 billion in processing costs and 77 million work hours annually.

As the UAE’s blockchain initiatives continue to mature, recent developments have underscored the nation’s leadership in the sector. The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism’s (DET) Know Your Customer (KYC) Blockchain platform, powered by Norbloc, recently expanded its network by onboarding Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI). Concurrent