Seoul, Korea – His Excellency Obaid Al Ketbi, a distinguished former UAE Major General and the visionary founder/CEO of Dr. O Group Holding, is set to make a significant visit to South Korea. He will be a pivotal participant in the highly anticipated **Future AI Mobility Summit 2026 (FAMS 2026)**, scheduled for June 30 at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Seoul. His attendance highlights the deepening strategic partnership opportunities between South Korea and the Middle East in cutting-edge technology sectors.
With an illustrious 44-year career dedicated to UAE public service, H.E. Al Ketbi brings unparalleled expertise across military, governmental, and diplomatic domains. His extensive background includes serving as Chief of Logistics for the UAE Armed Forces and as a key member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, offering a unique vantage point on national development and strategic planning.
Internationally, Al Ketbi is widely recognized for his pivotal role in transforming the **International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX)** into the Middle East’s premier defense exposition. For over two decades, he served as Chairman of its Executive Board and spokesperson, a testament to his influence in shaping global defense dialogues and fostering robust international collaboration.
Beyond defense, H.E. Al Ketbi has actively engaged in critical international humanitarian and security initiatives. His contributions span leading significant UAE humanitarian missions in Kosovo, spearheading reconstruction efforts in Iraq, and overseeing demining operations in Lebanon. Furthermore, his membership on the World Economic Forum’s international anti-terrorism committee underscores his profound commitment to global security and stability.
FAMS 2026 organizers anticipate that H.E. Al Ketbi’s visit will catalyze unprecedented opportunities for robust **cooperation between South Korea and the Middle East** across pivotal sectors: **Artificial Intelligence (AI), defense, and next-generation mobility technologies**. This comes at a strategic time as Korean enterprises are actively pursuing innovative dual-use applications that seamlessly integrate commercial and defense technological advancements.
Prior to the main summit, Al Ketbi is scheduled to participate in an exclusive, high-level seminar hosted by Shin & Kim. This crucial event will focus on strategic pathways for expanding **Korean defense and mobility businesses** into the lucrative markets of the **UAE and the broader Middle East**. The seminar is poised to convene influential government officials, leading industry representatives, and senior executives from prominent corporations and cutting-edge technology firms, fostering direct engagement and partnership building.
A highlight of **FAMS 2026** will be H.E. Al Ketbi’s compelling keynote speech, “The Era of Great Convergence between AI and Mobility: Vast Opportunities Facing Global Business.” This address promises to be a seminal discussion for all attendees.
Leveraging his extensive background in security, governmental affairs, and international business, Al Ketbi will illuminate the transformative opportunities emerging from the profound **convergence of Artificial Intelligence and mobility**. He will also outline actionable frameworks designed to foster deeper, more impactful **cooperation between South Korea and the Middle East** in these critical innovation areas.
“His Excellency Dr. Al Ketbi uniquely blends distinguished military leadership, profound diplomatic experience, and astute global business expertise,” remarked an official from the **FAMS 2026 Organizing Committee**.
“We are confident his visit will be instrumental in cultivating meaningful business partnerships and forging innovative new avenues for **cooperation between Korea and the Middle East** across these strategic high-tech domains.”
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