AI Horizons: Roundtable Series

AI Horizons: Africa

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes economic systems and governance structures worldwide, Africa stands at a pivotal inflection point, contending simultaneously with the promise of technological leapfrogging and the risk of deepening digital inequality. On April 17, 2026, against the backdrop of the World Bank Spring Meetings, Meridian International Center convened a roundtable discussion, AI Horizons: Africa.   The discussion brought together diplomats, tech sector leaders, diaspora entrepreneurs, multilateral institution representatives, and development professionals to examine African agency and impact on AI. 

Key Takeaways

AI Horizons: Latin America

As artificial intelligence reshapes economies and innovation ecosystems worldwide, AI Horizons: Latin America will convene a roundtable on May 19, bringing together regional voices, policymakers, and technical experts to examine the future of AI across the region. The discussion will explore how AI can be leveraged to drive locally rooted innovation while addressing the structural challenges facing entrepreneurs and founders.

Across Latin America, AI applications in sectors such as financial services, agriculture, logistics, and public service delivery are unlocking new pathways for growth and competitiveness. At the same time, barriers including uneven digital infrastructure, limited access to capital and compute, and regulatory fragmentation continue to shape the region’s AI trajectory.

This roundtable will examine how governments and cross-sector partners are navigating these dynamics, while identifying practical avenues for collaboration across Latin America and with global stakeholders. The conversation is part of a broader Meridian initiative to elevate global perspectives on the future of AI and ensure more inclusive participation in the digital economy.

Key Takeaways: Coming soon!