UMEX 2020 kicks off, addresses increased dependence on unmanned systems, AI

UMEX 2020 kicks off, addresses increased dependence on unmanned systems, AI

The UMEX and SimTEX Conference kicked off today in Abu Dhabi, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.


Under the theme ‘Manned-Unmanned Teaming in the Age of Smart Systems’, the conference discusses innovative solutions to current challenges, the future in a world of rapid scientific developments and innovations and increased dependence on unmanned systems and artificial intelligence.


It also addresses the latest scientific and technological developments in these fields, and created a platform for experts to share and exchange best practices. Moreover, the conference is providing audience and speakers with an opportunity to explore and develop a better understanding of the daunting challenges facing humanity today.


The Conference was inaugurated with an opening of speech by Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Bowardi, Minister of State for Defence Affairs, in the attendance of Hussain bin Ibrahim Al Hammadi, Minister of Education, Hakob Arshakyan, Minister of high-tech industry, Republic of Armenia, Lieutenant General Tim Keating, Executive Advisor Defense & Security, Kearney and Former Chief of Defense Force New Zealand, and a number of high-ranking military staff.


In his opening remarks, Al Bawardi said: "I am pleased to welcome you to the UMEX and SimTEX conference and exhibition, located in the United Arab Emirates; the home of will and ambition; the home of progress and creativity; the home of science and effort; and the home of tolerance, peace and openness."


He continued: "We are proud to belong to this land, which, first thanks to God and then it’s wise and visionary leadership and its open politics, has become a model for cooperation, with i ..

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