In an exceptional and unprecedented event, Dubai
successfully concluded the 11th World Government Summit (WGS) last week,
further cementing its position as a global leader in advancing government
innovation and fostering international cooperation.
اضافة اعلان
The summit, which brought
together over 30 heads of state and government, alongside 4,000 specialists
from 140 governments and 85 international organizations, served as a premier
platform for world leaders, policymakers, and intellectual pioneers to exchange
knowledge and shape future governance strategies.
Organized by the UAE government, WGS has become a key driver
of global dialogue, offering unique opportunities to discuss pressing global
issues and explore innovative solutions. This year, the event featured more
than 110 interactive and dialogue sessions covering critical topics such as
effective governance, economic resilience, climate change, urban
sustainability, global health challenges, and technological advancements.
Through these discussions, the summit reaffirmed its role in influencing global
policy and ensuring a sustainable future for upcoming generations.
The 2025 edition of the summit marked a new phase in
government excellence, with six main themes: governance and responsibility,
economic sustainability, urban resilience, human capital development, global
health transformation, and emerging trends in artificial intelligence and
sustainability-driven technologies. These themes reflect the core challenges
facing modern governments and highlight the UAE’s commitment to driving
forward-thinking policies and innovation.
Among the standout moments of the summit were key speeches
and panel discussions featuring global leaders. Pakistani Prime Minister
Shehbaz Sharif spoke about international cooperation in enhancing government
efficiency, while tech visionary Elon Musk shared insights on the future of
innovation and AI.
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International
Monetary Fund (IMF), addressed global financial trends, and Mark Thompson, CEO
of CNN Worldwide, discussed the evolving role of media in the digital age.
With 11 years of consecutive success, the World Government
Summit has solidified its status as a leading global event shaping public
policy and governance strategies. The UAE is pioneering approach in government
administration and talent development was at the forefront, setting a global
benchmark for effective governance.
This year’s summit reinforced the UAE’s ambitious vision of
international cooperation, proving that collaboration among governments is
essential for building a better and more sustainable future. As a result, UAE
continues to stand out as a hub for forward-looking policies, providing a
blueprint for how governments worldwide can address the challenges of the 21st
century.
