Abu dhabi: TRENDS Research and Advisory is set to hold its second annual Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence on November 13, in strategic partnership with the UAE Cybersecurity Council and 20 other entities. The conference, themed 'Tech Diplomacy in the MENA Region,' will be held at the TRENDS Grand Conference Hall in Abu Dhabi, gathering researchers and experts from prominent organizations including the US Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Google, OpenAI, G42, GC REAIM, Khalifa University, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, and New York University Abu Dhabi.
According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS, mentioned that the event will address key issues related to the latest developments in AI and tech diplomacy through three main sessions. These sessions will gather an elite group of experts, decision-makers, and academics globally. Dr. Al-Ali emphasized the event's significance, noting that this year's conference is a milestone for TRENDS, occurring at a critical time to discuss the pertinent topic of Tech Diplomacy.
Dr. Al-Ali explained that the subject of the conference reflects an advanced awareness of the current stage where artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are pivotal in shaping politics, economics, security, and international relations. He asserted that understanding these transformations is a strategic necessity for decision-makers and thinkers.
Dr. Al-Ali also highlighted that the event mirrors TRENDS' vision of fostering global dialogue on technology and policy while reinforcing the UAE's position as a leading hub in the knowledge industry of the future.
Awadh Al Breiki, Senior Researcher and Head of the TRENDS Global Sector, detailed that the dialogue will begin with the session "Powering Progress: The New Era of US-Gulf Partnerships," exploring strategic cooperation opportunities in innovation and advanced technology, and the role of AI in driving future partnerships.
The second session, "Navigating the Geopolitics of AI," will discuss the implications of technological advancement on global power dynamics and the effects of AI on international relations and policymaking.
The third session, "Soft Power Through AI and Digital Infrastructure," will examine how innovative technologies can enhance a nation's image, foster civilizational communication, and promote sustainable development.
The event will conclude with a closing address summarizing the key ideas and recommendations from the sessions, aimed at supporting research and practical collaboration in artificial intelligence at regional and international levels.