abu dhabi, united arab emirates – G42, Microsoft, Director The AI Future Foundation (RAIFF) and Eurasia Group today announced that the first Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit will be held from 2-3 November.
This summit will bring together government officials, private industry executives, and AI leaders who are shaping the global AI agenda to chart a path to responsible and inclusive artificial intelligence development and adoption. As AI increasingly reshapes economies, security and societies around the world, the Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit provides a collaborative platform to advance global governance and innovation.
Discussions will center around three key priorities: building digital, energy and physical infrastructure for access. Empower people everywhere with the skills and knowledge to leverage AI. And we promote responsible use through governance, safety, transparency, and accountability to ensure AI benefits everyone while preventing risks.
Confirmed participants include G42 Group CEO Peng Xiao; Brad Smith, Vice Chairman and President, Microsoft Corporation. Ian Bremer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. Baroness Joanna Shields, Chair of the Responsible AI Future Foundation. UNCTAD Secretary-General Rebecca Grinspan, UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Technology Amandeep Singh Gill, and UAE senior leadership.
“AI is reshaping every aspect of our lives, and the Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit aims to ensure that this transformation occurs responsibly and for the benefit of all. By bringing together world leaders in Abu Dhabi, we aim to translate principles into action and advance AI that is inclusive, safe, and consistent with human values,” said Marty Edelman, Group General Counsel, G42.
Through a curated program of bilateral meetings, strategic breakout sessions, and keynote addresses, attendees will have exclusive access to high-level networking, cross-sector collaboration, and breakthrough insights. The results will feed into ongoing international dialogue at the United Nations and other multilateral forums.
Brad Smith, Vice Chairman and President of Microsoft, said: “Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit is an opportunity to responsibly accelerate the adoption of AI and ensure its benefits reach every corner of the world.” “The future of AI depends on reliable technology, resilient infrastructure and skilled talent. We are committed to working with the G42 to advance these pillars and support the UAE’s role as a global leader in gathering and sharing best practices to empower the Global South.”
Ian Bremer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, said: “The AI revolution is here, but its benefits are unevenly distributed, especially for the Global South.Abu Dhabi GlobalA The I-Summit is the first event to address just that. By bringing together industry experts and policymakers, we will address the opportunities AI presents to bridge geopolitical gaps and ensure the advancement of AI.” Transformative promises do not leave behind large swaths of humanity. ”
Baroness Joanna Shields, Executive Chair of the Responsible AI Future Foundation, said: “RAIFF was established to ensure the benefits of AI reach every country and every community. The Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit is a forum to put that ambition into action by building sovereign capacity, promoting responsible governance and creating pathways for participation in the AI economy so that no culture or community is left behind.”
The summit will be held in Abu Dhabi, reflecting the UAE’s rise as a neutral platform for bridging perspectives and translating ambition into action. With a focus on the UAE’s National AI Strategy 2031, the country is positioning itself as a trusted hub for the global dialogue on AI governance and innovation.
Attendance at the Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit will be limited to invited participants, but the dialogue is intended to take place far beyond the room. Insights and outcomes from the summit will be shared publicly across our channels, with dedicated livestream sessions highlighting key takeaways from the summit.
About G42
G42 is a technology holding group and a global leader in developing visionary artificial intelligence for a better tomorrow. Born in Abu Dhabi and with operations around the world, G42 champions AI as a powerful force that will benefit the entire industry. From molecular biology to space exploration and everything in between, G42 is enabling breakthrough possibilities today.
About Microsoft
Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) creates AI-powered platforms and tools to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. With a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, the technology company is committed to making AI widely available and doing it responsibly.
About Eurasia Group and GZERO Media
Eurasia Group is the world’s leading global research and advisory firm. We help our clients understand, anticipate and respond to volatility and opportunity everywhere they do business. In collaboration with GZERO Media, the go-to source for first-hand insights into geopolitics, and our authentic events team, the Eurasia Group umbrella offers complete political risk solutions. Headquartered in New York, we have offices in Washington, DC, San Francisco, London, Tokyo, Singapore, São Paulo, and Brasilia, and field experts in every region of the world and more than 100 countries. We strive to conduct analyzes that are free from the influence of political bias or personal interests.
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About Responsible AI Future Foundation (RAIFF)
The Responsible AI Future Foundation (RAIFF) is a global initiative founded by G42 and Microsoft, of which MBZUAI is a research partner. RAIFF’s mission is to advance the safe, just, and ethical development and deployment of artificial intelligence through culturally conscious governance, technology research, and global collaboration. By convening governments, industry, and civil society, RAIFF works to develop practical frameworks and partnerships that promote responsible, transparent, and trustworthy AI for the benefit of all.
