Abu dhabi: The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced an agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday to create the first bilateral task force dedicated to accelerating the development of military artificial intelligence (AI). The task force, dubbed Task Force Talon Synapse, is scheduled to be formally launched in the coming weeks.

According to Anadolu Agency, the team will be based in Abu Dhabi and will comprise approximately 20 experts in AI, cybersecurity, and data from both nations. This initiative aims to integrate applications for intelligence support, the protection of critical infrastructure, and monitoring the regional security environment.

CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper characterized the agreement as a "historic milestone," noting that it will rapidly deliver AI advancements to warfighters. He emphasized that the partnership with the UAE will "foster innovation at speed and scale," potentially transforming the landscape of military operations in the region.