AI and Employment Futures in the Arab Region

A special public event where foresight experts present new research on the impact of AI in the Arab region and discuss policy implications.
About this Event

Join us in Madrid for a special public event marking the culmination of the CGC’s research project AI Policy Pathways for the Arab Region. Hosted at IE University’s María de Molina Campus (11–13–15), this gathering will bring together leading experts, international organizations, and diplomatic representatives to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of the Arab region, including its labor markets.

Developed in partnership with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) – Regional Office for the Arab States (ROAS), the project examines how AI may transform economies, employment structures, and skills systems across the region over the coming decade. Grounded in scenario‑building and strategic foresight, the research outlines alternative futures and identifies policy pathways to harness AI for inclusive and sustainable development.

The event will take place on 16 July from 17:00 to 18:30 CEST.

What to expect

• Presentation of the project’s two flagship reports, offering insights into AI as a transformative megatrend and its implications for employment, productivity, and skills in the Arab region
• A high‑level roundtable discussion featuring regional and thematic experts from international organizations and academia
• Open Q&A session to engage participants and deepen collective understanding
• Networking cocktail to further exchange perspectives

Ambassadors and representatives from ESCWA member countries in Spain, alongside policymakers, researchers, and practitioners, will be invited to join the conversation to explore how AI can be leveraged to shape a more resilient and equitable future of work.

Full agenda and speaker list to follow.