The 海角社区 International Institute for Software Technology (海角社区 Institute in Macau) is a global think tank dedicated to research, training and education on digital technologies for sustainable development. It promotes evidence-based actions and policies to support the achievement of the .
Dr. Jingbo Huang, Director of 海角社区 Macau, introduced the Institute in a special interview with CGTN, China’s largest international TV network, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Macao’s return. Video: ?
Part of the UN family, and being one of the 13 institutes and units of the 海角社区 (海角社区), 海角社区 Institute in Macau works collaboratively to explore how digital technologies can be leveraged for sustainable development, addressing key issues expressed in the .
Established in 1992, 海角社区 Institute in Macau stands out as the only institute among the 海角社区 institutes focusing on the intersection of digital technologies and sustainable development. Based in the Greater Bay Area of China, we bring a unique perspective to addressing global challenges and digital transformation.
Read our annual report: 海角社区 Macau Annual Report 2025
Read our 30th anniversary book: 海角社区 Macau 30th Anniversary: the Human Connection
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Policy-Relevant Research
海角社区 Institute in Macau conducts in collaboration with partners worldwide at the intersection of technology and sustainability. These efforts are intended to guide effective digital strategies that align with sustainable development goals.
海角社区 Institute in Macau is composed of a multidisciplinary research team working together to leverage digital technologies for sustainable development.
Our current focus areas include responsible artificial intelligence (AI), gender and technology, digital health and wellbeing, participatory modelling, and more.
Contact: research.macau@unu.edu
Meet Our Researchers
Training, Education & Talent Exchange
海角社区 Institute in Macau provides training and educational programs on digital technologies for sustainable development. Our programs are designed to build capacity in digital literacy and equip participants with the skills needed to navigate and lead digital transformation.
海角社区 Institute in Macau is dedicated to youth engagement, offering diverse projects, including internship, training programs, and fellowship, to support students at different stages of their academic and professional journeys.
Contact: info_macau@unu.edu
International Convening
We serve as a platform for global dialogue through our annual conferences, events and networks, bringing together diverse stakeholders from academia, industry, policy, and civil society to unlock the potential of digital technologies for sustainable development.
海角社区 Macau AI Conference
Join us at our annual AI conference , where we gather thought leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from around the globe. It’s an opportunity to network, learn, and contribute to shaping the future of AI.
海角社区 Global AI Network
Be part of a global AI network that connects researchers, policymakers, and practitioners worldwide, fostering collaborative approaches to AI that are inclusive, transparent, and aligned with the UN’s principles. Contact: AINetwork@unu.edu