Abu Dhabi, the Emirati capital is preparing to host the Governance of Emerging Technologies Summit (GETS 2025).
The summit will take place on May 5 and 6 at the St. Regis Hotel in Saadiyat Island.
It is organized by the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) in strategic partnership with the Public Prosecution of the UAE.
Importance of Governance of Emerging Technologies Summit
GETS 2025 summit comes at a critical time.
As the world undergoes a profound transformation driven by technologies like artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and Web 3.
This emphasizes the urgent need to establish governance frameworks that strike a delicate balance between accelerating innovation and protecting societal rights.
The summit aims to lay the foundation for sustainable and responsible governance of emerging technologies that addresses both present aspirations and future challenges.
By bringing together global leaders in government, legislation, law, technology, and academia.
Technological Leadership must be Accompanied by Ethical and Inclusive Policies
His Excellency Faisal Al Bannai, Advisor to the UAE President for Strategic Research and Advanced Technology Affairs and Secretary General of ATRC, highlighted the importance of aligning innovation with regulatory wisdom, stating:
“Creativity without ambitious governance lacks sustainability.
Through GETS 2025, the UAE reaffirms its belief that technological leadership must be accompanied by ethical and inclusive policies that build trust and enhance global human progress.”
His Excellency Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, UAE Attorney General, emphasized the importance of this phase, saying:
“In light of the global technological boom, we are responsible for building a smart judicial system capable of protecting rights and ensuring justice.
GETS 2025 is an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to developing responsive legislation and innovative governance that supports societal advancement while safeguarding human dignity and rights in the digital age.”
Sultan Al Neyadi: Our Youth Possess Creativity and Confidence.
His Excellency Dr. Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs, stated:
“The future of technology governance must be shaped by minds that understand and contribute to its development.
Our youth possess creativity, confidence, and a sense of responsibility for leadership.
At GETS 2025, we will empower young people to lead discussions.
And also to make decisions that will help establish the ethical foundations of our future digital world.”
Abu Dhabi Welcomes High-ranking Government Officials at GETS 2025
GETS 2025 summit takes place as the UAE accelerates its path toward digital leadership, supported by strategic investments exceeding AED 13 billion aimed at advancing AI and the digital economy, with a clear commitment to integrating AI into legislation, procedures, and government services.
Being held for the first time in the region and globally, the summit will witness the participation of high-ranking government officials, including:
- H.E. Faisal Abdulaziz Al Bannai
- H.E. Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi
- H.E. Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of Education
- H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications
- H.E. Maryam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, Minister of State and Secretary General of the Cabinet
- H.E. Dr. Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs
- H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cybersecurity Council
- H.E. Maqsoud Kruse, Chairman of the National Human Rights Authority
- H.E. Dr. Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Head of the Judiciary Department in Sharjah
- H.E. Dr. Amin Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary for the Health Regulation Sector at the Ministry of Health and Prevention
- Along with prominent international figures in technology and law.
GETS 2025 will address key topics such as:
- Governance of artificial intelligence
- Protection of privacy and digital rights
- Cross-border law enforcement
- Cybersecurity in the post-quantum era
- The role of emerging countries in shaping global standards
GETS 2025 represents a strategic milestone in uniting the efforts of governments, academia, and the private sector.
In order to develop practical and ethical solutions that protect communities and drive technological progress in a rapidly changing world.
