The 13th Smart City Summit & Expo (SCSE) 2026 officially opens at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2, bringing together global leaders, technology innovators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to explore the future of intelligent urban development. Held alongside the Net Zero City Exhibition, the event highlights how artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and sustainable technologies are transforming cities worldwide.
A major highlight of this year’s expo is the launch of the world’s first AI City Pavilion, led by ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS) and Foxconn, in collaboration with more than 20 industry partners. The pavilion integrates AI computing, operating platforms, and smart city solutions, providing city leaders and system integrators with a comprehensive framework for building next-generation AI-enabled cities.
Mr. Samson Hu, Co-CEO of ASUSTeK and Chairman of the Taiwan Smart City Solutions Alliance said, “Future cities will be defined by their ability to think, adapt, and respond in real time. By integrating sovereign AI with digital twin systems, we are enabling a shift from reactive governance to predictive, intelligence-led decision-making. This approach empowers cities to simulate complex scenarios, optimise resources, and deliver more efficient, citizen-centric services. However, true success lies in execution—building interoperable, scalable systems that align technology with governance. At ASUS and the Taiwan Smart City Solutions Alliance, we are committed to creating open, collaborative ecosystems that not only advance innovation but also provide practical, end-to-end solutions for cities worldwide, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term urban resilience.”
Ms. Bi-khim Hsiao, Vice President of the Taiwan said, “Smart city development today is no longer about future ambition, but about delivering tangible impact for our citizens. Taiwan is committed to integrating artificial intelligence with sustainability to build resilient, inclusive, and intelligent urban ecosystems aligned with our 2050 Net Zero vision. Through strong collaboration between government, industry, and academia, we are transforming policy into real-world solutions. Our focus is on scalable, deployable innovations that enhance public services, improve governance, and strengthen urban resilience. As we deepen global partnerships, Taiwan stands ready to work with cities worldwide to co-create a smarter, greener, and more connected future for generations to come.”
Under the theme “Digital and Green Transformation,” the expo showcases how digital technologies and sustainability initiatives can work together to support smarter and more resilient cities. The exhibition features participation from seven major ministries and 13 county and city governments, demonstrating how policy frameworks and advanced technologies can be integrated to drive sustainable urban growth.
One of the key attractions is the AI City Pavilion, jointly developed by ASUS, Foxconn, and TSSA, which presents the world’s first city sovereign AI system. Featuring nearly 60 innovative solutions, the pavilion introduces a five-layer architecture covering computing infrastructure, AI models, platforms, applications, and innovation systems.
The pavilion also demonstrates real-world urban scenarios including smart transportation, healthcare services, public safety, and city governance, with implementation examples from Tainan and Kaohsiung. At the center of this concept is “City Sovereign AI,” enabling cities to manage their own AI infrastructure while leveraging Taiwan’s strengths in computing power, ICT technologies, and advanced analytics. The initiative also follows an “AI City as a Service” model, helping governments deploy smart city solutions more efficiently.
Another major attraction is the AI Robotics Zone, developed with the Smart Robotics Application SIG and the Tainan City Government. The zone showcases robotics technologies designed for urban services, including service robots, autonomous mobile robots, logistics robots, healthcare assistance robots, and firefighting robots, highlighting the growing role of robotics in modern city infrastructure.
The exhibition also emphasizes urban energy resilience and sustainability, featuring technologies such as AI-driven distributed energy management, virtual power plants, digital twin systems, and UAV-based disaster response solutions. These innovations aim to help cities address climate challenges while advancing net-zero goals.
SCSE 2026 has also expanded its Smart Startups Program, bringing together more than 250 startups across sectors including semiconductor applications, smart mobility, digital city solutions, and healthcare innovation.
With participation from delegations representing 53 countries and 174 cities, along with more than 3,000 international business leaders, the event highlights growing global collaboration in smart city development and demonstrates how cities are evolving into AI-powered, technology-driven urban ecosystems.
Covered By: NCN MAGAZINE / Smart City Summit
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