Microsoft announces $10 billion investment in Gulf data center and AI infrastructure by 2030
Type: Investment · Technology: Data Center · Country: United Arab Emirates · Announced: 2026-09-24
Microsoft announced plans to invest more than $10 billion in the Gulf Cooperation Council states of the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait by 2030, focusing on cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure. The investment will support partnerships with regional entities including G42 in Abu Dhabi, Humain in Saudi Arabia, and Qai in Qatar. Microsoft also committed $400 million specifically for undersea and terrestrial connectivity infrastructure in the Middle East by 2030. The company pledged to support water-positivity across its Middle East operations through advanced water reuse and replenishment solutions. Additionally, Microsoft will expand cybersecurity operations and data-protection sovereignty commitments across the Gulf states to enhance business continuity during regional conflict.
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