UAE to host these 10 major global conferences, events in April
The UAE is set to host a series of high-profile conferences, exhibitions, and global events in April.
The events will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators across multiple sectors, ranging from investment and emergency management to artificial intelligence, aviation, healthcare, and gaming.
The following events will be held this month
Abu Dhabi will host the AIM Investment Summit 2025 from April 7-9 at ADNEC, welcoming over 25,000 participants from more than 170 countries. The summit will focus on sustainable development projects, job creation, and fostering global investment collaboration.
The World Local Production Forum, also set for April 7-9 at
The World Crisis & Emergency Management Summit 2025, organised by the UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority, will take place from April 8-9 at ADNEC. It will be accompanied by the Crisis Management Technologies Exhibition, highlighting the role of advanced technologies in crisis response.
The Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week will return for its second edition from April 15-17, with over 15,000 participants and 325 exhibitors expected.
From April 27-29, the Culture Summit Abu Dhabi will take place at Manarat Al Saadiyat, under the theme 'Culture for Humanity and Beyond,' focusing on the relationship between culture and global transformation.
Dubai will host Dubai AI Week from April 21-25, featuring the Machines Can See Summit and the Dubai AI Festival. The event is expected to attract over 8,000 AI experts, 500 investors, and 100 exhibitors from more than 100 countries.
The 64th Annual Conference of the International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers' Associations (IFATCA 2025) will take place in Abu Dhabi from April 28 to May 2, bringing together aviation industry leaders.
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The Dubai Esports and Games Festival will run from April 25 to May 11, featuring gaming exhibitions, tournaments, and competitions, including the Dubai Cosplay Championship and Play Beyond challenges.
The Sharjah Children's Reading Festival, taking place from April 23 to May 4, will feature book releases, interactive activities, and performances designed for young audiences.
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