UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence 2026 (4th Edition)

The 4th edition of the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (GFEAI 2026) convenes in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, coinciding with the Kingdom's designation of 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence. Organised by UNESCO in partnership with the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) and the International Center for AI Research and Ethics (ICAIRE), this landmark four-day event gathers global policymakers, ministers, industry leaders, and academic pioneers. The forum moves beyond abstract principles to build actionable frameworks, addressing ethical governance, algorithmic fairness, digital inclusion, data privacy, and the responsible deployment of emerging technologies across 194 member states.