A new bridge for technological collaboration between Asia and the Middle East is being established with the inaugural APAC-Dubai Digital Xchange (ADDx). The summit, taking place November 19–20, 2025, in Dubai, is designed to bring Asia's leading AI and robotics innovators together with the Middle East's foremost enterprise and government leaders. Aligning with the UAE AI Strategy 2031, the event is positioned as an outcomes-driven platform to accelerate technology adoption, policy alignment, and cross-border deployment between the two dynamic regions.
Quick Intel
The APAC-Dubai Digital Xchange (ADDx) summit will be held on November 19-20, 2025.
It will launch the UAE chapters of the Asia AI Association (AAIA) and APAC Assistive Robotics Association (APARA).
The event aims to connect Asian innovators with Middle Eastern enterprise and government leaders.
A key highlight is AIBotics, a platform merging AI and robotics with a "Made-in-UAE" identity.
It is an invite-only event for 100+ senior executives, focusing on actionable partnerships.
The summit supports Dubai's goal to become a strategic digital gateway for innovation.
A Strategic Launchpad for Regional Collaboration
A central outcome of the summit is serving as the official launch platform for the UAE chapters of two Singapore-based industry associations: the Asia AI Association (AAIA) and the APAC Assistive Robotics Association (APARA). This move is designed to cement Dubai's role as a regional innovation capital and advance the UAE's strategic vision by promoting cross-border technology transfer and the development of responsible, human-centric AI solutions.
“As we gather at the APAC-Dubai Digital Xchange, we must recognize that the future of Asia’s digital economy depends on our ability to develop and deploy AI responsibly,” said Teddy Lee, President of the Asia AI Association. “Our UAE Chapter will serve as a bridge connecting policy, innovation, and enterprise to unlock AI’s full potential across the region.”
Focusing on Actionable Outcomes and AI-Robotics Integration
ADDx differentiates itself by emphasizing tangible outcomes over general awareness. The invite-only format, featuring VIP roundtables and showcases, is designed to catalyze genuine partnerships and investment. A central highlight will be AIBotics, APARA's flagship global platform that merges AI and robotics under a "Made-in-UAE" identity, underscoring a commitment to human-centric and ethical innovation.
By building a sustained ecosystem of collaboration through year-round initiatives and working groups, ADDx aims to do more than host a two-day event. It seeks to position Dubai as the definitive digital gateway where Asia's technological prowess meets the Middle East's ambitious vision for a digitally transformed future, driving long-term economic diversification and knowledge-based growth.
Asia AI Association (AAIA) — A Singapore-based hub driving responsible AI innovation and governance across Asia-Pacific. The UAE Chapter extends this mission, connecting policymakers, researchers, and enterprises to foster ethical, high-impact AI aligned with the UAE AI Strategy 2031.
APAC Assistive Robotics Association (APARA) — A Singapore-headquartered non-profit advancing assistive robotics innovation that enhances human capabilities and supports smart city ecosystems. Its AIBotics platform unites academia, government, and industry to accelerate applied robotics development worldwide.
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