700+ Global Leaders Gather in Dubai for Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026

More than 700 global leaders and experts will convene in Dubai next week for the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026, organized by the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum (WEF), in cooperation with the Dubai Future Foundation. The three-day event, which runs from 13 to 15 October, will serve as a pivotal platform for strategic dialogue, experiential learning, and practical collaboration.

Participants at the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026 include influential figures from government, business, academia, sport, and culture. The gathering is designed to foster cross-sector partnerships and to accelerate the implementation of innovative solutions to current and future challenges facing societies around the globe.

The agenda for this year’s meeting emphasizes forward-looking strategies and the importance of collaborative action. Workshops, roundtable discussions, and interactive sessions will enable attendees to share insights and best practices on a variety of topics, from technological innovation and future readiness, to sustainability and cohesive societies.

The UAE continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for future-oriented leadership. The event, jointly organized with the World Economic Forum, reflects the nation’s commitment to shaping the leaders of tomorrow and addressing pressing issues at the international level.

“The Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders is a testament to our collective resolve to build a better future together,” said Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the Dubai Future Foundation.

Bringing together a diverse array of voices and expertise, this meeting is anticipated to yield actionable recommendations and new collaborations that will impact global leadership for years to come.

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