Tomorrow, the 2nd Annual Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence, organized by TRENDS Research & Advisory in strategic partnership with the UAE Cybersecurity Council and 21 other partner entities, kicks off under the title 'Tech Diplomacy in the Middle East and North Africa.'
Held in partnership with the Cybersecurity Council, the event brings together leading global tech companies and five UAE universities. The dialogue will feature researchers and experts from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in the United States, alongside speakers from Google, OpenAI, G42, GC REAIM, Khalifa University, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities, New York University Abu Dhabi, and other scientific and academic institutions.
The participation of researchers from CSIS, one of the most influential U.S. think tanks—ranked first globally in defense and national security—adds significant weight and depth to the dialogue.
The event will include three main sessions featuring elite experts, decision-makers, and academics from around the world.
The first session, titled 'Powering Progress: The New Era of US-Gulf Partnerships,' will explore opportunities for strategic cooperation in innovation and advanced technology, and the role of AI in driving future partnerships.
The second session, 'Navigating the Geopolitics of AI,' will highlight how technological advancements are reshaping global power balances and how AI impacts international relations and policy-making.
The third session, 'Soft Power Through AI and Digital Infrastructure,' will focus on how innovative technologies can be leveraged to enhance nations' positive global image, foster cross-cultural communication, and promote sustainable development.
The Dialogue will conclude with a closing address summarizing the key ideas and recommendations to support collaborative research and the practical applications of AI at both regional and international levels.
