Saudi Arabia to host UNESCO AI ethics forum in 2026, culture minister says
Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah affirms Saudi Arabia’s commitment to ethical governance of emerging technologies and hosting major global events.
Prince Badr bin Abdullah, the Culture Minister of Saudi Arabia, has announced that the Kingdom will host the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in 2026. This commitment reflects Saudi Arabia's prominent role in advancing discussions on emerging technologies and ethical governance.
The partnership between the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and UNESCO, alongside collaboration with the International Center for AI Research and Ethics (ICAIRE), is seen as a model for international cooperation in establishing ethical policies and practices for artificial intelligence. Prince Badr bin Abdullah emphasized that the Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture and Science is dedicated to bolstering the Kingdom's standing in international organizations and fostering cooperation with UNESCO in key areas.
The forum will serve as a global platform for decision-makers, experts, and researchers to share insights and devise practical solutions to uphold the principles of responsible AI governance. Hosting the forum in Riyadh not only highlights the Kingdom's expanding influence in international initiatives but also solidifies its status as a leading hub for dialogue and collaboration in the fields of data and artificial intelligence.
This initiative is in line with Saudi Vision 2030 and aims to foster a more responsible, inclusive, and sustainable digital future.
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