Check in and connect with attendees before the conference officially begins.
Refreshments and networking with speakers, partners, and conference attendees.
Talk 1 - AI Investment Opportunities Between the United States and the Middle East.
Talk 2 - How AI Is Transforming Entrepreneurship and Startups.
Talk 3 - Building Trusted and Responsible AI Partnerships.
Talk 4 - AI Talent, Education and Workforce Development.
Talk 5 - The Future of AI Collaboration Between Governments, Universities and Industry.
Start the second day with registration, coffee and networking with conference attendees, speakers and partners.
Refreshments and networking with speakers, partners, and conference attendees.
Talk 6 – AI for Healthcare, Life Sciences and Digital Medicine.
Talk 7 – Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: Protecting Data, Infrastructure and Trust.
Talk 8 – AI for Smart Cities, Transportation and Sustainable Infrastructure.
Talk 9 – The Next Generation of AI: Robotics, Autonomous Systems and Agentic Intelligence.
Talk 10 – From Research to Commercialization: Turning AI Innovation into Global Business.
Fireside Talks, Live Podcasts & Media interviews
Mo Hafez
Conference MC
Sarah Hassaine
Conference MC
Our conference is held at the American University, Washington College of Law – Grossman Hall.
Our friendly advice: skip the driving 🚕 if you can.
Take the Metro 🚇, grab an Uber or cab 🚕, relax, arrive fresh, and save your energy!
– If you are coming by Uber or Cab, 🚖 use 4100 Yuma Street, NW. Then use the Warren Building entrance at 4300 Nebraska Avenue.
– Coming by Metro? 🚇
Walk to the Warren Building entrance at 4300 Nebraska Avenue.
– Still want to drive? We understand! 🚗 Underground Parking is available: 4300 Nebraska Avenue. Park at either P1 or P2. Take the elevator to the Terrace Level. Find the Claudio Grossman Hall.
See you at AI in Washington 🇺🇸
To become the premier platform for advancing Artificial Intelligence collaboration between the United States, the GCC, and the broader Arab world, fostering strategic partnerships, innovation, investment, and knowledge exchange that contribute to sustainable economic growth, digital transformation, and societal progress.
Objectives
AI in Washington Exhibition & Conference 2026 (AIWEC 2026) is a proposed international gathering designed to strengthen collaboration between the United States and the Arab world in Artificial Intelligence.
Building on successful AI initiatives in Dubai and Beirut, the conference brings together government leaders, diplomats, technology companies, universities, investors, startups, researchers, and innovators to discuss the future of AI and its impact on society, business, education, healthcare, cybersecurity, and economic development.
Washington, D.C. is one of the world’s most influential centers for policy, diplomacy, education, research, and innovation.
The city offers unique opportunities to connect Artificial Intelligence discussions with international cooperation, public policy, business development, and academic collaboration.
American University provides an ideal environment for international dialogue and innovation.
Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., the university is recognized for its global outlook, leadership in public affairs, and commitment to education, research, and international engagement.
