The United Arab Emirates has officially announced the upcoming World Governments Summit 2027, scheduled to take place from February 1-3, 2027. This declaration comes immediately following the conclusion of the record-breaking 2026 edition, which concluded on February 5th in Dubai.
Under the strategic guidance of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Emirates continues to reinforce its global commitment to governmental advancement and international cooperation. The initiative demonstrates the nation’s dedication to facilitating cross-border knowledge exchange and developing effective governance frameworks worldwide.
Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the World Governments Summit, emphasized that the event embodies the UAE leadership’s vision of empowering governments to drive meaningful change, generate opportunities, and enhance preparedness for rapidly evolving global challenges. He noted that these collective efforts aim to achieve sustainable prosperity and ensure stable, progressive futures for societies across the globe.
The recently concluded 2026 summit marked a historic milestone with unprecedented leadership participation. The event attracted over 6,250 participants, including more than 60 heads of state and government, 500 ministers, and representatives from 150 governments worldwide. The gathering featured 445 dialogue sessions with 450 global figures, alongside 700 CEOs of major corporations, 87 Nobel laureates and distinguished scientists, and representatives from 80 international organizations and research institutions.
The comprehensive agenda addressed five critical thematic areas: global governance and effective leadership, community wellbeing and human capacity development, economic prosperity and emerging opportunities, the future of cities and demographic shifts, and future outlooks with emerging global opportunities.
Significant outcomes included the production of 36 strategic reports developed in collaboration with international knowledge partners and the implementation of the third Global Ministers Survey, designed to identify development priorities and shape more effective public policies to address pressing international challenges.