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UNU Macau AI Conference 2026 Registration Now Open

Be part of the future of learning

Registration is now officially open for the UNU Macau AI Conference 2026, taking place on November 25–26 in Macau SAR, China.

Under the theme “AI × Education: AI for Learning, Learning for AI”, this premier two-day event brings together global policymakers, education leaders, researchers, and youth innovators to shape the future of AI-driven digital transformation. By bridging innovation with equitable growth, the conference positions Macau as a global nexus for youth empowerment and tech-forward education, with a special focus on insights from the Global South.

Secure your spot today to connect, learn, and collaborate across three integrated tracks:

  • The AI Conference (Nov 25): A high-level plenary day featuring the UNU Rector’s Lecture Series IV, keynote addresses, and curated panel discussions. Follow the complete arc of the global AI conversation, from policy framing and trend analysis to forward-looking strategic solutions.
  • AI for SDGs - Global Youth AI Future Innovation Competition 2026 (Nov 26): Witness the next generation of innovators in action. Launched by the UNU Global AI Network, this year's competition challenges youth to leverage artificial intelligence to address the defining educational challenges of our time.
  • AI × Education Workshops & Training (Nov 26): Turn dialogue into action. Moving beyond conceptual discussions, these immersive workshops are strategically engineered to equip you with tangible tools, methodologies, and frameworks for real-world institutional implementation.

Register now

 

Ticket Categories & Inclusions

Choose the pass that best fits your role. Please note the specific eligibility requirements for the following categories:

  • Speaker Pass: Please only register after receiving final confirmation of your selection as a panelist from the conference team.
  • UN Pass: A valid UN email address is required to register.
  • Student Pass: A valid Student ID is required to register.

General Pass

USD 350

•AI Conference 2026 Access
•AI for SDGs Competition Access
•AI × Education Workshops Access
•Lunch for Nov. 25 & 26
•Conference Materials and Souvenirs

Speaker Pass
For confirmed panel speakers only

USD 250

•AI Conference 2026 Access
•AI for SDGs Competition Access
•AI × Education Workshops Access
•Lunch for Nov. 25 & 26
•Conference Materials and Souvenirs

UN Staff Pass
Valid UN email address required

USD 100

•AI Conference 2026 Access
•AI for SDGs Competition Access
•AI × Education Workshops Access
•Lunch for Nov. 25 & 26
•Conference Materials and Souvenirs

Student Pass

USD 50

•AI Conference 2026 Access
•AI for SDGs Competition Access
•AI × Education Workshops Access
•Conference Materials and Souvenirs

Register now

You may also find practical information including VISA, accommodation and transportation on the registration portal. For further inquiries, please contact us at AIConference@unu.edu and unuai26.reg@gmail.com (for logistics and registration) 

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