The United Nations University Institute in Macau (UNU Macau) has announced the upcoming AI Conference 2025. The conference is scheduled for October 23-24, 2025, in Macau SAR, China. This event coincides with the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the 50th anniversary of UNU, marking a significant milestone in global collaboration.
About the Conference
Building upon the success of previous events, including the 2024 AI Conference themed “AI for All: Bridging Divides, Building a Sustainable Future,” the 2025 conference aims to further explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in fostering an equitable digital future. The conference will convene approximately 500 participants from diverse sectors, including academia, industry, government, and civil society, to engage in meaningful dialogues and collaborations.
What to Expect?
Attendees can anticipate a comprehensive program featuring high-level keynote speeches, thematic sessions, workshops, and competitions such as the AI and Social Innovation Competition. The conference will provide a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, discussing policy directions, and showcasing practical applications of AI that address global challenges. Participants will have opportunities to network with thought leaders and innovators, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations aimed at harnessing AI for the greater good.
Conference Themes
The 2025 conference will focus on three central themes:
- AI Research for Narrowing the Digital Divide: Exploring studies that offer actionable insights and policy recommendations on AI’s impact on employment, climate change, human security, and ethics.
- Inclusiveness and Capacity Building in the AI Era: Highlighting initiatives that ensure AI technologies are accessible and beneficial to all communities, showcasing successful collaborations among governments, organizations, and local communities.
- Navigating the AI Ecosystem through Synergies and Interdisciplinary Innovation: Discussing frameworks that promote responsible innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the integration of AI across various sectors.
Call for Proposals
UNU Macau invites researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry experts to submit proposals that align with the conference themes. Submissions can take the form of papers, session proposals, or demonstrations. Selected contributions will have the opportunity to present at the conference and may be invited to publish their work in the conference proceedings.
Submission Guidelines
- Papers: Submit an abstract (500 words, PDF format) including the title, co-authors’ names, and affiliations. Selected presentations will be allotted 15 minutes each.
- Session Proposals: Propose a full session centered on a specific topic under the conference themes. Formats may include symposia, roundtable discussions, or demo sessions.
- Demonstrations: Showcase innovative AI applications or tools that address societal challenges.
Important Dates
- Proposal Submission Deadline: May 31, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: July 15, 2025
- Conference Dates: October 23-24, 2025
For detailed submission guidelines and to submit your proposal, please visit https://unu.edu/macau/news/unu-macau-ai-conference-2025-call-proposals