World Economic Forum: UAE Sends Over 100 Ministers, Private Sector Leaders To Davos

The UAE is participating in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum 2026, taking place in Davos, Switzerland, from 19th to 23rd January.

The delegation is led by Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, and includes more than 100 ministers, senior government officials, and leaders from major private sector companies, continuing the UAE's active and consistent engagement in this global forum.

The World Economic Forum provides a platform to identify opportunities across key economic, investment, and trade sectors, explore solutions to global challenges, and build new partnerships. It brings together leaders from the public and private sectors to exchange perspectives, strengthen cooperation, and advance collective action.

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The UAE is participating in several key sessions at the World Economic Forum that address building trust in investment, advancing legislative frameworks, strengthening global trade, and enhancing economic governance.

The UAE is also contributing to discussions on artificial intelligence, digital government, and smart regulation, highlighting its leadership in leveraging advanced technologies to build more efficient governments and competitive economies.

During its participation in Davos 2026, the UAE places strong emphasis on humanitarian and global issues closely linked to social stability and sustainable development, including food security, health, water, and humanitarian action.

"As the fifth largest delegation at the Forum, it reflects the UAE's continued focus on economic priorities and future-orientated sectors, particularly artificial intelligence, technological innovation, digital transformation, and enhanced collaboration between government and the private sector." Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, affirms.

The theme of the World Economic Forum 2026,“Spirit of Dialogue”, aligns closely with the UAE's long-standing commitment to dialogue as a foundation for international relations, multilateral cooperation, and social cohesion.

The selection of“Spirit of Dialogue” as the Forum's theme reflects growing international recognition of the importance of constructive dialogue in addressing complex global challenges amid geopolitical tensions, rapid economic and technological change, and declining levels of trust in the international system.

The World Economic Forum Davos 2026 focuses on a range of strategic themes, including the future of the global economic system, multilateral trade, rebuilding trust between countries and markets, artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, digital transformation, and the impact of innovation on productivity and employment.

Energy security and climate transition also feature prominently, alongside discussions on investment, new growth engines, capital flows, and the role of the private sector in economic recovery. Human capital priorities such as future skills, education, health, food security, water, and biodiversity protection are also central to the agenda.

“Impossible is Impossible” is the UAE Pavilion theme for the fourth consecutive year.

The UAE Pavilion, themed“Impossible is Impossible” for the fourth consecutive year, reflects the diversity and strength of the national economy across sectors including energy, trade, finance, industry, technology, and the digital economy.

The Pavilion's programme highlights the UAE's role in advancing energy transition, sustainability, and climate finance while safeguarding economic growth and energy security.

The Pavilion hosts a series of sessions, meetings, and media engagements featuring senior government officials, business leaders, and international experts.

These engagements provide opportunities to showcase UAE success stories, exchange expertise, build partnerships, and explore innovative solutions. The Pavilion's design and content reflect the UAE's national identity and its forward-looking approach to addressing global priorities.

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