Dubai:H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met with Alois Zwinggi, President and CEO of the World Economic Forum, on the sidelines of the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026. The meeting, attended by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, focused on enhancing collaboration between the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum.
According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions aimed to create inclusive opportunities for current and future leaders by translating innovative ideas into initiatives that benefit communities worldwide. Sheikha Latifa emphasized the UAE's dedication to investing in human potential and forging international partnerships to empower communities in shaping their future.
Sheikha Latifa highlighted that the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders exemplifies the shared commitment of the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum to nurture a new generation of leaders capable of seizing emerging opportunities. The event serves as a platform for collaboration across generations and disciplines, driving economic progress through innovative solutions.
The meeting also explored the longstanding partnership between the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum, reaffirming their joint commitment to shaping the future. Additional attendees included Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, and Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future.
Held in Dubai from October 13 to 15, the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026 was organized by the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum, in cooperation with the Dubai Future Foundation. It convened over 700 leaders and experts from various sectors for strategic dialogue, experiential learning, and practical collaboration.