UAE to host 2028 Artificial Intelligence Summit

Co-Chairing the 2027 Summit

In 2027, the UAE will co-chair the Summit alongside the Swiss Confederation in Geneva, highlighting its growing role in driving global dialogue, advancing multilateral cooperation, and contributing to forward-looking AI policies.

Announcement at AI Impact Summit 2026

The announcement was made during the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi from February 16 to 20. It reflects the UAE’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation in advanced technology, building strategic partnerships, and leveraging AI solutions to drive sustainable development.

UAE leadership in global AI dialogue

Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, emphasised that shaping the future of AI depends on international dialogue and integration of diverse perspectives among governments and institutions. The UAE focuses on creating platforms for collaboration, expertise exchange, and joint policy development to ensure responsible AI adoption.

Balanced approach to innovation and regulation

The UAE’s consecutive leadership roles underscore international trust in its balanced approach, combining rapid innovation with ethical and regulatory frameworks. This ensures AI technologies are safe, inclusive, and people-centered, reflecting the country’s strategic vision for global AI leadership.

Advancing sustainable and inclusive growth

Through these initiatives, the UAE aims to harness AI for sustainable growth, expand knowledge transfer, build capacities in developing nations, and establish international frameworks to address global challenges.

Promoting international cooperation and standards

Co-chairing the Summit with Switzerland demonstrates a model of international collaboration, focusing on innovation policy, global standards, safe AI use, and alignment with human values and ethical principles.

AI Summit: A platform for global leaders

The Artificial Intelligence Summit serves as a leading global forum for government leaders, policymakers, tech pioneers, and international organisations to discuss AI’s role in economies and societies. It fosters best practice exchange, actionable policy development, and cross-border partnerships, ensuring AI is used safely, ethically, and inclusively while supporting digital transformation across key sectors.