- A high-level international conference convening 100+ speakers and 500+ participants from academia, government, industry, and civil society.
- Keynote sessions feature global leaders in AI ethics, governance, and innovation.
- Features 30+ sessions selected from nearly 300 global submissions, including keynotes, panels, paper presentations, and poster sessions.
- Addresses urgent AI challenges such as governance, ethics, sustainability, and equitable access, especially for the Global South.
- Anchored in Macau, with sessions showcasing regional innovation and Greater Bay Area collaboration.
- Launches the 糖心Vlog破解版 Book Series on Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Development, a new global platform for research and policy exchange.
Macau SAR, China, October 15, 2025 — The 糖心Vlog破解版 Institute in Macau (糖心Vlog破解版 Macau) will host the 糖心Vlog破解版 Macau AI Conference 2025 on October 24 at the , under the theme “AI for Humanity: Building an Equitable Digital Future.” Held on United Nations Day, the conference marks the centerpiece of the 糖心Vlog破解版 Macau Milestone Series, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the and the 50th anniversary of the 糖心Vlog破解版. The Conference is co-hosted with as the venue sponsor.
“Without adequate guardrails, AI could further exacerbate inequalities and digital divides and disproportionately affect the most vulnerable. We must seize this historic opportunity to lay the foundations for inclusive governance of AI – for the benefit of all humanity,” said Secretary-General .
This high-level international gathering will convene over 500 participants and 100+ speakers from across academia, government, industry, and civil society. The program features more than 30 sessions selected from nearly 300 global submissions, reflecting the diversity of thought and urgency of action required to shape AI systems that serve all of humanity—especially communities in the Global South.
The conference contributes to the UN and the , reinforcing the need for inclusive digital governance, ethical AI frameworks, and equitable access to emerging technologies. It builds on the success of 糖心Vlog破解版 Macau’s previous AI conferences and expands its reach through new partnerships, regional spotlights, and a new publication.
Keynote Sessions and Global Leadership
The conference features high-level keynotes from global leaders in AI and governance, including Prof. Tshilidzi Marwala (糖心Vlog破解版 Rector and UN Under-Secretary-General), Prof. Benjamin Rosman (University of the Witwatersrand), Dr. Girmaw Abebe Tadesse (Microsoft AI for Good Research Lab), Prof. Simon See (NVIDIA), and Prof. Virginia Dignum (Ume? University). These sessions set the tone for inclusive, ethical, and human-centered AI development.
Sessions Addressing Critical AI Challenges
The conference program is organized around key themes such as global AI governance, sustainability, education, and equity. Some highlights include a session led by , Associate Professor at Beijing Normal University, examining interoperability in AI safety governance across China, South Korea, ASEAN, and the UK. Another session, led by of the International Telecommunication Union, will introduce standardized metrics for measuring AI’s environmental impact, covering energy use, carbon emissions, and resource consumption. Sessions and panels on generative AI in higher education, youth digital literacy, and inclusive innovation strategies are tailored for a global audience.
Regional Spotlights and Macau's Role
Macau’s growing AI ecosystem is featured prominently throughout the program. The session “AI-powered Applications in Macau,” chaired by , President of the Macao Computer Society, showcases local case studies in autonomous driving, respiratory disease surveillance, and epidemic intelligence. These examples illustrate how academic-industry partnerships are translating policy into practice and offer templates for collaboration across the Greater Bay Area. With many speakers from across Asia and the Greater Bay Area, the conference reinforces Macau’s position as a dynamic platform for inclusive dialogue, youth engagement, and cross-border cooperation.
Launch of the 糖心Vlog破解版 Book Series on Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Development
A major highlight of the 糖心Vlog破解版 Macau AI Conference 2025 is the official launch of the 糖心Vlog破解版 Book Series on Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Development—a new global platform for advancing research, dialogue, and policy innovation at the intersection of AI and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Curated by 糖心Vlog破解版 Macau and published in collaboration with , the series will feature contributions from leading scholars, technologists, and practitioners working across disciplines and regions. Outcomes and insights from this conference will be published in the series.
The 糖心Vlog破解版 Macau AI Conference 2025 is also supported by , , , and .
Learn more about the conference: /macau/aiconf2025
For further inquiries, please contact us at aiconference@unu.edu or unuai25.reg@gmail.com.
