Dubai: Kuwait, represented by His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah along with an accompanying delegation, is participating in the 12th edition of the World Governments Summit 2025 (WGS), which began on Tuesday in Dubai under the theme “Shaping Future Governments”. This summit, set to continue until Thursday, is recognized as one of the most influential international gatherings, bringing together leaders and global experts from various parts of the world. It represents an opportunity to intensify efforts and enhance cooperation in addressing global challenges.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the participation of the Kuwaiti delegation, led by the Prime Minister, came at the invitation of UAE’s Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al-Maktoum. The delegation includes Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya, Finance Minister and State Minister for Economic and Investment Affairs Noura Al-Fassam, and Civil Service Commission Chairman Dr. Essam Al-Rubaian.
Cabinet Minister and Chairman of WGS Foundation, Mohammad Abdullah Al-Gergawi, stated that the summit, under the directives of UAE President Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and his Vice President Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, has established itself as a leading platform since its inception in 2013. This year’s summit attracts over 4,000 senior leaders and government officials, more than 30 heads of state, and over 400 ministers, with participation from 27 international organizations.
In a statement to KUNA, Dr. Ahmad Al-Mansoori, Head of the Media and Creative Industries Department at the United Arab Emirates University, highlighted that WGS provides a platform for constructive dialogue and exchange of experiences between countries. It addresses vital topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, public health, and future education, reflecting the challenges and opportunities facing the world today.
Editor-in-chief of Emirati newspaper “AlAin”, Ahmad Al-Alawi, noted to KUNA that the essence of WGS lies in its ability to redefine the concept of international partnership, not only between governments but also with the public. The summit creates a compass for governments to keep pace with global transformations. WGS 2025 will focus on innovation and technology as key drivers of change, including the impact of AI and technological innovation on public and private sectors, climate change, sustainability, future of work and education, cybersecurity, and digital transformations, as well as global health and modern medical technologies to improve healthcare systems.