UNESCO AI Ethics Forum to Be Held in Riyadh in September 2026

Riyadh will host the fourth Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, organised by UNESCO, from September 14th to 17th, 2026.

The four-day forum is part of UNESCO’s ongoing global programme addressing ethical frameworks and governance for artificial intelligence. It will be held as an in-person event in Saudi Arabia, with dates and location confirmed across official listings.

The Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence serves as a platform for international dialogue on the development and regulation of AI technologies, bringing together policymakers, experts and stakeholders to discuss governance, standards and societal impact.

This will mark the fourth edition of the forum, continuing UNESCO’s efforts to advance ethical guidelines for AI adoption and implementation across different sectors.