Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed Meets WEF President in Dubai to Discuss Future Leaders Partnership
Sheikha Latifa meets WEF president in Dubai
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met today with Alois Zwinggi, President and CEO of the World Economic Forum. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also took part in the meeting.
Discussion on UAE‑WEF collaboration and future leadership
The talks centred on how the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum can boost cooperation between present and emerging leaders to open inclusive opportunities for coming generations and turn fresh ideas into real‑world projects that help people everywhere.
Her Highness said the UAE’s approach to investing in human potential and strengthening international partnerships empowers communities to shape their future.
She noted that bringing global leaders together in Dubai reflects the value of combining expertise and ambition to advance development and meet the aspirations of future generations.
Her Highness said the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders reflects the shared commitment of the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum to nurturing a new generation of leaders equipped to seize emerging opportunities and turn them into tangible results.
She highlighted the meeting’s role in bringing together different generations and disciplines, fostering collaboration and translating innovative ideas into solutions that drive economic progress and improve lives.
The participants also looked at the enduring partnership between the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum and their mutual aim of shaping the future.
Attendees and event background
The gathering was joined by His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Principal Chairman of the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders, and Her Excellency Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future.
Taking place in Dubai from 13 to 15 October, the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders 2026 is organised by the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum (WEF) together with the Dubai Future Foundation. More than 700 leaders and experts from government, business, academia, sport and culture attended for strategic dialogue, experiential learning and practical collaboration.
