Dr. Nader Ghazal
Chairman of the Afro-Asian Council for AI & Cybersecurity
“The first webinar of Future10x was launched on Thursday, April 2, 2026, hosted by Dr. Hikmat Beaini with guest speaker Dr. Nader Ghazal.
Bio:
Few figures combine academic depth, visionary leadership, and global influence like Dr. Nader Ghazal, Honorary Chairman of the AI in Dubai Conference 2026.
Holding a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence since 1991, Dr. Ghazal is one of the earliest pioneers in the field, a globally recognized thought leader in AI, digital transformation, and higher education strategy.
As Chairman of the African-Asian Council for AI and Cybersecurity, Dr. Ghazal plays a pivotal role in fostering cross-continental collaboration, advancing responsible innovation, and ensuring that emerging technologies serve both economic development and social progress.
“Artificial intelligence must remain a force for empowerment — not replacement,” says Dr. Ghazal. “Its true potential lies in creating opportunities for people, not taking them away.”
Dr. Ghazal’s impact extends beyond his scientific achievements. As a former Mayor of Tripoli and Adviser to the Lebanese Prime Minister, he has demonstrated how AI and data-driven governance can support smarter public policy, better decision-making, and sustainable urban developme