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UNU Macau AI Conference 2026 Call for Panelists
AI × Education: AI for Learning, Learning for AI Nov. 25-26, 2026 | Macau SAR, China
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UNU-INWEH and SIG-NAL Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Earth Intelligence for Sustainable Development
UNU and SERVIR partner to strengthen policymaking and risk management across the Global South through Earth observation science and data.
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Breakfast Press Briefing: Global Water Bankruptcy & the Hidden Groundwater Crisis
Experts spotlight Global Water Bankruptcy and groundwater overuse, warning of mounting risks to food, drinking water, ecosystems, and stability.
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The Global Dialogue on AI Governance
UNU-CPR Conversation Series
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Inès Abbaouy
Inès Abbaouy is a Project Coordinator in the Capacity Development Office (CDO) at United Nations University–MERIT and Maastricht University.
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Preparing Climate-Ready Teachers
Discussions at the Global Sustainable Development Congress 2026 in Jakarta strengthened a global framework for climate change competency in education.
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Vijay Kumar Chattu was selected for the ACUNS Annual Workshop
Dr. Vijay Kumar Chattu participated in the regional ACUNS Workshop.
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We Keep Debating AI Law and AI Governance Separately, but That’s the Mistake
When law and governance function together, AI can be innovative, trustworthy and accountable.
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What is Quantum Computing and Why Should We Care?
In the (near) future, Quantum Computing will have an increased impact on several application areas.
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Know the Expert "Cristina Bueti" | July 2026
Read this interview with Cristina Bueti, Counsellor on Smart Sustainable Cities, AI-enabled Citiverse & Virtual Worlds at the ITU.