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UAE Backs Sam Altman's Idea to Turn Itself Into AI Testing Ground
Feb 15, 2024

UAE Backs Sam Altman's Idea to Turn Itself Into AI Testing Ground

The United Arab Emirates will push to become a global leader in testing and regulating artificial intelligence technology, according to a top official, echoing remarks from OpenAI’s Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman earlier this week.
Modernisation Advancing but Challenges Remain, Indian Prime Minister Modi says at World Governments Summit 2024 in Dubai
Feb 14, 2024

Modernisation Advancing but Challenges Remain, Indian Prime Minister Modi says at World Governments Summit 2024 in Dubai

In his 20-minute keynote address as a guest of honour, Modi added that advancements have not yet resolved pending issues. “On one hand the world is moving towards modernisation. On the other, the challenges of the past century are still prevalent,” he said, pointing out that “every government today is bound by its obligation to provide its citizens food, health, water and energy security. The government is bound to make education accessible to its citizens and make the world more inclusive.”
National talents and youth make UAE globally impactful, Sheikh Saif says at World Governments Summit 2024 in Dubai
Feb 14, 2024

National talents and youth make UAE globally impactful, Sheikh Saif says at World Governments Summit 2024 in Dubai

Deputy Prime Minister points to investment in human resources as driver of success story
Bharat Mart, a new marketplace for Indian businesses in Dubai
Feb 14, 2024

Bharat Mart, a new marketplace for Indian businesses in Dubai

WGS 2024: Trading platform for Indian manufacturers and exporters to open in 2026
Shah Rukh Khan talks Hollywood, career break, and perfecting pizza in World Governments Summit 2024
Feb 14, 2024

Shah Rukh Khan talks Hollywood, career break, and perfecting pizza in World Governments Summit 2024

In his trademark witty style, Bollywood superstar won over guests at the on-going summit The in-conversation session, which saw the notoriously tardy actor turn up to an event on time, saw him look back on his eventful journey in Bollywood over 33 years. Asked why he didn’t cross over to Hollywood, the ‘Jawan’ star claimed he was never offered a compelling role.
World Governments Summit 2024: Dubai’s Smart City plans will save billions of dirhams
Feb 13, 2024

World Governments Summit 2024: Dubai’s Smart City plans will save billions of dirhams

Smart infrastructure and self-driving transport powered by Artificial Intelligence and big data will save billions of dirhams, Dubai’s transport chief told the World Governments Summit in Dubai.
Three COP Summit Hosts Unite to Raise Climate Ambitions
Feb 13, 2024

Three COP Summit Hosts Unite to Raise Climate Ambitions

BRUSSELS, Feb 13 (Reuters) - The United Arab Emirates, host of last year's COP28 climate summit, and Azerbaijan and Brazil, the hosts of the next two U.N. climate summits, said on Tuesday they would team up to push for more ambitious emissions-cutting goals.
Dubai’s World Government Summit to explore future of AI
Feb 01, 2024

Dubai’s World Government Summit to explore future of AI

More than 4,000 delegates from the public and private sector to take part in major conference
UAE: Sam Altman of ChatGPT-maker OpenAI among global disruptors to headline World Government Summit 2024 in Dubai
Feb 01, 2024

UAE: Sam Altman of ChatGPT-maker OpenAI among global disruptors to headline World Government Summit 2024 in Dubai

300 prime ministers, 8 Nobel laureates and IMF, OPEC, UN agencies to tackle challenges
UAE to host summit to prepare world governments for future challenges
Feb 01, 2024

UAE to host summit to prepare world governments for future challenges

• The 11th edition of the summit, which runs Feb. 12-14, will bring together more than 4,000 delegates, thought leaders and policymakers
India Global Forum and World Governments Summit Launch Emerging Economies Programme
Sep 28, 2023

India Global Forum and World Governments Summit Launch Emerging Economies Programme

India Global Forum and World Governments Summit have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop an Emerging Economies Programme.
El Sisi and Erdogan among leaders at The World Government Summit
Feb 06, 2023

El Sisi and Erdogan among leaders at The World Government Summit

Twenty presidents and hundreds of ministers will meet in Dubai next week when the city hosts its annual World Government Summit.
Five ways that the Middle East can cut harmful emissions
Jun 22, 2022

Five ways that the Middle East can cut harmful emissions

The Middle East will need to reduce its projected greenhouse gas emissions by 42 per cent by 2030 if the region is to help limit global temperature rises to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, a report has suggested.
World Government Summit launches ‘Climate Neutrality’ report
Jun 22, 2022

World Government Summit launches ‘Climate Neutrality’ report

A knowledge report issued by the World Government Summit 2022 Foundation revealed that the governments of the Middle East region, which have set ambitious goals to achieve climate neutrality in the coming years.
World Government Summit report urges five actions to reduce emissions by over 80%
Jun 21, 2022

World Government Summit report urges five actions to reduce emissions by over 80%

The report urged countries in the Middle East to take urgent climate action before arriving at "a point of no return".
Dubai: WGS report offers governments insights into implementation of net-zero strategies
Jun 09, 2022

Dubai: WGS report offers governments insights into implementation of net-zero strategies

‘Path to Net Zero’ stresses opportunity still there to turn the scales on climate change.
Governments given ‘golden opportunity’ to transform labour market after Covid-19
Jun 05, 2022

Governments given ‘golden opportunity’ to transform labour market after Covid-19

Governments given ‘golden opportunity’ to transform labour market after Covid-19.
Brain drain is a threat to technology development: Report
May 30, 2022

Brain drain is a threat to technology development: Report

There is a dearth of talent in the chip industry, which is currently facing a global shortage, who would further hardware innovation.
World Government Summit identifies key decision points for global leaders in tackling challenges
May 26, 2022

World Government Summit identifies key decision points for global leaders in tackling challenges

UAE committed to global collaboration in enhancing governments’ readiness — Al Gergawi.
World Government Summit highlights key recommendations for governments to achieve health-care transformation
May 25, 2022

World Government Summit highlights key recommendations for governments to achieve health-care transformation

Launched with KPMG, report calls upon governments to build patient-centric medical care.
WGS report highlights key recommendations for governments to achieve healthcare transformation
May 25, 2022

WGS report highlights key recommendations for governments to achieve healthcare transformation

The time is now right for governments to lead positive transformation in the healthcare sector, a report released by the World Government Summit organization in partnership with leading consultancy firm KPMG.
WEF 2022: World Government Summit report reveals roadmap for revival of creative industries
May 23, 2022

WEF 2022: World Government Summit report reveals roadmap for revival of creative industries

Five-stage recovery process outlined for global governments.
NEA mission to the United Arab Emirates
Apr 04, 2022

NEA mission to the United Arab Emirates

An NEA delegation led by Director-General William D. Magwood, IV, was in the United Arab Emirates on 27-30 March for a series of meetings with the representatives of ministries, institutions and other authorities. During the mission, DG Magwood also participated in the World Government Summit and visited the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant.
Dubai forum speakers urge empowerment of societies with future skills
Mar 31, 2022

Dubai forum speakers urge empowerment of societies with future skills

The empowerment of women was a recurring theme of this year’s World Government Summit at Expo 2020 Dubai, with representatives from governments and the world of business sharing their recipes for success on a slew of expert panels.
World Government Summit inks strategic partnership to organize 'Investopia' investment summit
Mar 30, 2022

World Government Summit inks strategic partnership to organize 'Investopia' investment summit

The World Government Summit Foundation (WGS Foundation) signed three strategic partnerships to host new initiatives and forums, including the first Investopia investment summit, during WGS2022.
UAE: WGS to host world’s largest gathering of leaders, thinkers since Covid-19 outbreak
Mar 30, 2022

UAE: WGS to host world’s largest gathering of leaders, thinkers since Covid-19 outbreak

Over 500 thought leaders and decision-makers, 4,000 participants to attend World Government Summit 2022.
World Government Summit 2022: Dubai likely to enter metaverse
Mar 30, 2022

World Government Summit 2022: Dubai likely to enter metaverse

Dubai Municipality will work with private sector companies and investors to create a futuristic, human-centred version of the city that capitalises on opportunities offered by the metaverse.
World Government Summit To Host Forbes Under 30 Forum
Mar 29, 2022

World Government Summit To Host Forbes Under 30 Forum

The World Government Summit, in partnership with Forbes, will this year host the “Forbes Under 30” Forum.
WGS - PwC report introduces mainstream wellbeing services by 2025 to combat COVID impact
Mar 29, 2022

WGS - PwC report introduces mainstream wellbeing services by 2025 to combat COVID impact

A report released by the World Government Summit (WGS) Organisation focuses on introducing mainstream mental health services by the government by the year 2025 in a bid to combat the negative impacts of COVID-19 on wellbeing.
Dubai all set for World Government Summit 2022
Mar 27, 2022

Dubai all set for World Government Summit 2022

Over 110 sessions to discuss global challenges, set agendas for government performance.
WGS 2022: Preparing for the future makes you part of it, says UAE minister Al Gergawi
Mar 27, 2022

WGS 2022: Preparing for the future makes you part of it, says UAE minister Al Gergawi

World Government Summit will host 14 specialised forums to address metaverse, energy, cryptocurrency, economy, and cybersecurity.
Mohammed Al Gergawi: Under the directives of Mohammed bin Rashid, the World Government Summit will host 15 global forums
Mar 24, 2022

Mohammed Al Gergawi: Under the directives of Mohammed bin Rashid, the World Government Summit will host 15 global forums

The Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the World Government Summit Foundation, Muhammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, confirmed that WGS has transformed, with the visions of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum.
WGS2022 will hold 15 global forums to tackle future challenges
Mar 23, 2022

WGS2022 will hold 15 global forums to tackle future challenges

This year’s World Government Summit (WGS2022) will organize 15 global forums, including six new forums.
WGS2022 to host 15 Global Forums to explore critical global trends in next decade
Mar 09, 2022

WGS2022 to host 15 Global Forums to explore critical global trends in next decade

Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, UAE’s Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the World Government Summit Organisation (WGS), said that WGS has become the largest global platform for shaping the future of governments.
Dubai's World Government Summit set to shape next global agenda
Mar 07, 2022

Dubai's World Government Summit set to shape next global agenda

Thousands of leaders, experts and senior officials from 190 countries will gather in Dubai this month to help shape the post-pandemic agenda on sustainability, health care, economic recovery and the cities of the future.
Al Gergawi: The directives of Mohammed bin Rashid turned the Government Summit into a first platform for creating the future
Mar 07, 2022

Al Gergawi: The directives of Mohammed bin Rashid turned the Government Summit into a first platform for creating the future

An exceptional event to promote meaningful partnerships and develop frameworks for constructive cooperation
WGS launches new report on 'Improving Public Service as a Career of Choice'
Dec 19, 2021

WGS launches new report on 'Improving Public Service as a Career of Choice'

The World Government Summit has launched a new report titled "Public Service Workforce Disrupted: Evidence for Improving Public Service as a Career of Choice Around the World", in collaboration with Accenture.
Governments need to enhance the services of smart cities and build their cybersecurity capabilities to keep pace with the rapid urbanization and technological advancements
Nov 22, 2021

Governments need to enhance the services of smart cities and build their cybersecurity capabilities to keep pace with the rapid urbanization and technological advancements

By 2050, 70% of the world’s population will live in urban areas. Catering to the demands of this ever-increasing population in cities and the impacts on business operations will require innovative methods and digital solutions to accomplish this.
Dubai organisation highlights 21 ‘critical priorities’ for world’s governments
Jul 08, 2021

Dubai organisation highlights 21 ‘critical priorities’ for world’s governments

World Government Summit Organisation’s report highlights agenda in recovery from pandemic
HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad: Bahrain Truly Empowers Youth Thanks to HM the King’s Support
Mar 17, 2021

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad: Bahrain Truly Empowers Youth Thanks to HM the King’s Support

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of HM the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs has participated in the World Government Summit which took place virtually under the patronage of HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. HH Shaikh Nasser participated alongside Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, UAE’s Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development.
World Government Summit in Dubai discusses need to build a better and more robust future
Mar 10, 2021

World Government Summit in Dubai discusses need to build a better and more robust future

Need to create resilient societies, agile governments discussed at two-day virtual meet
Gergawi: Governments must use Covid pandemic lessons to identify opportunities
Mar 10, 2021

Gergawi: Governments must use Covid pandemic lessons to identify opportunities

Minister commends scientists, private sector and govts for vaccine development in eight months time.
UAE- WGS Dialogues: Mohammad Al Gergawi urges world governments to adapt lessons learnt from pandemic to overcome challenges, identify opportunities
Mar 10, 2021

UAE- WGS Dialogues: Mohammad Al Gergawi urges world governments to adapt lessons learnt from pandemic to overcome challenges, identify opportunities

Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the World Government Summit Organisation, stressed that successful future governments will be those capable of adapting the lessons from the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic to identify growth opportunities.
Greater transparency essential for leaders to rebuild public trust, says Edelman
Mar 10, 2021

Greater transparency essential for leaders to rebuild public trust, says Edelman

Richard Edelman, CEO of Edelman, emphasised that governments must usher in a new era of cooperation and transparency with the media and citizens after public trust in their leaders has hit an all-time low.
World Government Summit Dialogues in UAE to explore the future of key sectors post COVID-19
Mar 07, 2021

World Government Summit Dialogues in UAE to explore the future of key sectors post COVID-19

Virtual event to take place on March 9-10, organised by the World Government Summit
Dubai Cares launches e-platform for teachers in Paraguay
Oct 27, 2020

Dubai Cares launches e-platform for teachers in Paraguay

50,000 students will get access to quality education through the programme
UAE is presenting message of peace to world, to work together for a better world: Nahyan bin Mubarak
Oct 26, 2020

UAE is presenting message of peace to world, to work together for a better world: Nahyan bin Mubarak

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, confirmed that he is pleased to join this celebration organised yesterday by World Government Summit in cooperation with United Nations, UN, on the occasion of the 75th celebration of the founding of this honourable international organisation in 1945.
Liberalizing capital, trade, and labor markets are keys to accelerating post-pandemic recovery in Middle East
Sep 18, 2020

Liberalizing capital, trade, and labor markets are keys to accelerating post-pandemic recovery in Middle East

At a private CEO Dialogue on post-pandemic challenges and opportunities in the Middle East—convened by the Atlantic Council’s Rafik Hariri Center for the Middle East in partnership with the World Government Summit and Majid Al Futtaim—there was agreement among participants that the region presents appealing demographics for economic growth and that the pandemic has underscored the need to accelerate economic diversification.
ADNOC CEO joins leading investors at World Government Summit to discuss regional and global investment dynamics
Jun 25, 2020

ADNOC CEO joins leading investors at World Government Summit to discuss regional and global investment dynamics

The UAE Government held a series of knowledge workshops and specialist sessions aimed at reinforcing the capacities of government working teams in Costa Rica for the post-COVID-19 era.
Diversity helps UAE fight coronavirus: Minister
Jun 22, 2020

Diversity helps UAE fight coronavirus: Minister

The UAE's cultural and demographic diversity has been a secret ingredient in the war against Covid-19, said the country's health minister.
Coronavirus: 'None of us are safe until all of us are safe,' says WHO chief Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus
Jun 22, 2020

Coronavirus: 'None of us are safe until all of us are safe,' says WHO chief Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus

Director General of the World Health Organisation issues a stark warning at the World Government Summit Virtual Health Forum
Mohamed bin Zayed visits World Government Summit
Feb 14, 2019

Mohamed bin Zayed visits World Government Summit

is Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has visited the 2019 World Government Summit hosted in Dubai.
A.I. advances and world trade take centre stage at 7th World Government Summit
Feb 12, 2019

A.I. advances and world trade take centre stage at 7th World Government Summit

The 7th World Government Summit, which took place on 10th - 12th February in Dubai, took in a range of topics that are expected to be of interest to governments and governance in the near future.
Qlue wins Best M-Government Service award at World Government Summit
Feb 12, 2019

Qlue wins Best M-Government Service award at World Government Summit

Complaint-handling smartphone application Qlue won the Best Mobile Government Service award in the Public Empowerment Category at the seventh installment of the World Government Summit held in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, on Feb. 10-12.
Carrot Wins Global Innovation Award At World Government Summit
Feb 12, 2019

Carrot Wins Global Innovation Award At World Government Summit

Carrot Rewards, the Canadian startup that revolutionized the promotion of public wellness, was just announced as the global winner of the OECD's 2019 Edge of Government Award.
WGS 2019: Harrison Ford – Climate Change is the Greatest Moral Crisis of Our Time
Feb 12, 2019

WGS 2019: Harrison Ford – Climate Change is the Greatest Moral Crisis of Our Time

Actor and conservationist Harrison Ford said climate change presents humanity in the 21st century with its most urgent moral crisis in an impassioned speech at the seventh World Government Summit (WGS 2019) in Dubai today.
World Government Summit 2019 Award honoured
Feb 12, 2019

World Government Summit 2019 Award honoured

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended today a ceremony to honour winners of the Global Universities Challenges, held as part of the 7th World Government Summit in Dubai.
UNICEF Executive Director concludes visit to the UAE
Feb 12, 2019

UNICEF Executive Director concludes visit to the UAE

UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore concluded a three-day visit to the United Arab Emirates during which she attended the annual World Government Summit and met with senior leaders from Government and the private sector.
World Government Summit 2019: Afghanistan takes home Best Minister Award
Feb 10, 2019

World Government Summit 2019: Afghanistan takes home Best Minister Award

Title in recognition of Dr Ferozuddin Feroz's efforts to better his country
World Government Summit 2019: You lose when you give up, says Imran Khan
Feb 10, 2019

World Government Summit 2019: You lose when you give up, says Imran Khan

Pakistani PM shares his plans for governance - and some life lessons
Public acceptance a major challenge to nuclear power
Feb 16, 2017

Public acceptance a major challenge to nuclear power

Nuclear power is cited as a tool to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the production of electricity, but public acceptance remains a major challenge, the World Government Summit heard.
Governments need to take page out of venture capitalist playbook, says LinkedIn founder
Feb 16, 2017

Governments need to take page out of venture capitalist playbook, says LinkedIn founder

Global governments need to take a page out of the venture capitalist playbook and adopt risk portfolios to ensure their successful evolution, said the Executive Chairman of LinkedIn.
Autonomous driving could be here in two years
Feb 16, 2017

Autonomous driving could be here in two years

The world could see the commercial use of autonomous driving within the next two years, said the Chief Executive Officer of Zendrive, on the last day of the World Government Summit 2017 in Dubai.
The courage to change digitisation could bring peace and prosperity
Feb 16, 2017

The courage to change digitisation could bring peace and prosperity

Digitisation has the potential to propel economies in the Middle East, and elsewhere, into a bright future, as long as governments and companies have the courage to dream and innovate, John Chambers, Executive Chairman & former CEO of CISCO Systems, told delegates during the final day of the World Government Summit (WGS) 2017.
Slovenia entrusts its future in digitisation with a human face
Feb 16, 2017

Slovenia entrusts its future in digitisation with a human face

Slovenian success is focused on an innovating society while respecting the country’s values and natural surroundings, the Prime Minister of Slovenia, told the World Government Summit (WSG) 2017.
Governments, a university and charitable app awarded for pioneering tech
Feb 16, 2017

Governments, a university and charitable app awarded for pioneering tech

Governments from around the world, a university and a charitable giving app were awarded for their efforts in pioneering tech and smart services on the final day of the World Government Summit 2017.
Heart attacks will be commonplace in young people without fundamental change
Feb 16, 2017

Heart attacks will be commonplace in young people without fundamental change

Doctors in developed countries will routinely treat people in their late teens and 20s for cardiovascular disease if current trends continue, the 2017 World Government Summit heard.
100% of UAE desalinated water production to use clean energy by 2030
Feb 16, 2017

100% of UAE desalinated water production to use clean energy by 2030

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) aims to expand its water production by 36 per cent using reverse osmosis said the Managing Director of the Dubai Water and Electricity Authority (DEWA) on the final day of the World Government Summit 2017.
Sir Suma Chakrabarti: Private sector is key for growth of MENA region
Feb 14, 2017

Sir Suma Chakrabarti: Private sector is key for growth of MENA region

Corruption, political instability, unreliable electricity supplies, poor access to finance, skills gaps and excessive red tape, are what stunt the growth of the private sector in the Middle East and North African (MENA) region.
Elon Musk warns global governments about the future
Feb 14, 2017

Elon Musk warns global governments about the future

Global governments should keep a close watch on the progress of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it is adopted across nations, warned Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla.
Passenger drones to take to Dubai skies in summer 2017
Feb 14, 2017

Passenger drones to take to Dubai skies in summer 2017

Passenger drones could be seen in the skies above Dubai as early as July 2017, according to the city’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA).
Traffic could be a thing of the past in five years, says Uber founder
Feb 14, 2017

Traffic could be a thing of the past in five years, says Uber founder

One of the goals of Uber is to improve cities and the lives of people who live in them by eliminating traffic from the roads, the 2017 World Government Summit heard.
We must act on climate change to avoid catastrophic impacts
Feb 14, 2017

We must act on climate change to avoid catastrophic impacts

In addition to the higher temperatures and more violent storms, Professor Thomas Homer-Dixon, director of the Waterloo Institute for Complexity and Innovation, said climate change was a factor in world conflicts.
The secret of happiness lies in a two-minute email
Feb 14, 2017

The secret of happiness lies in a two-minute email

A way to make yourself happy is to sit down once a day and send a two-minute email to someone you know, praising them, said a happiness expert.
Invest in education to harness world’s ultimate renewable energy
Feb 14, 2017

Invest in education to harness world’s ultimate renewable energy

To capitalise on the world’s ultimate renewable energy, we need renewed investment in education, said the Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).
Platform for Education launched in Dubai
Feb 14, 2017

Platform for Education launched in Dubai

A new Platform for Education will meet every year at the World Government Summit to find ways to address a mismatch between the skills taught in schools and those required in the labour market.
Countries need to adopt the Paris climate deal and a ‘third way’ to rescue development
Feb 14, 2017

Countries need to adopt the Paris climate deal and a ‘third way’ to rescue development

Speaking on Day Two of the World Government Summit 2017, Prof Joseph Stiglitz, Nobel Laureate in Economics & Professor at Columbia University, proposed taxes on countries failing the Paris climate deal, and eradication of inequality.
Activate the next generation of global citizens through design
Feb 14, 2017

Activate the next generation of global citizens through design

The way to activate the next generation of youth, citizens and learners is by using design, said the chief creative officer of Ideo – an international design and consulting firm.
MIT launches initiative to empower radical entrepreneurs
Feb 14, 2017

MIT launches initiative to empower radical entrepreneurs

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) recently launched an initiative called ‘The Engine’ that seeks to empower radical entrepreneurs with the comprehensive support needed to develop their biggest and most transformative ideas.
Bring back the spiritual element of Islam to tackle radicalisation, Summit hears
Feb 14, 2017

Bring back the spiritual element of Islam to tackle radicalisation, Summit hears

The Islamic curriculum is being delivered without the spiritual element of the religion that preaches the love of good, said the United Arab Emirates Minister of State for Tolerance.
Income gap a conflict trap
Feb 13, 2017

Income gap a conflict trap

World trade may have grown exponentially over the years; wages though haven’t, leaving plenty of room for disillusion and mistrust in the global economy, Alan Krueger, professor of economics and public policy, told delegates on Day Two of the World Government Summit 2017.
International relations to change as countries are forced to look inward
Feb 13, 2017

International relations to change as countries are forced to look inward

The nature of world relations was bound to go into reverse, as technocratic multi-lateral institutions have started failing at solving the world’s problems, according to Dr George Friedman, geopolitical forecaster, who was speaking during Day Two of the World Government Summit 2017.
Liquid borders lead to new power plays
Feb 13, 2017

Liquid borders lead to new power plays

Globalisation is far from over, but it is leading to new power plays, according to Parag Khanna, author and international affairs expert, speaking on Day Two of the World Government Summit 2017.
Tackling food waste begins with every individual on Earth
Feb 13, 2017

Tackling food waste begins with every individual on Earth

If food waste were a country, it would be the world’s third-largest emitter of carbon dioxide (CO2), said the executive secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
It starts with the family, but government should inspire youth to innovate
Feb 13, 2017

It starts with the family, but government should inspire youth to innovate

Innovation starts with young thinkers, but they need support for their ideas to see the light, according to young innovators speaking their minds at World Government Summit 2017.
Sustainable development imperative to ensure peace
Feb 13, 2017

Sustainable development imperative to ensure peace

The director of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has called upon the world to continue implementing SDGs to combat violence, and on her own organisation to look at he big picture to find ways to foster peace.
Prioritise mental health at government level to achieve happiness
Feb 13, 2017

Prioritise mental health at government level to achieve happiness

Governments around the world need to prioritise the combat of mental health issues, given that happiness indexes indicate most people generally desire good health to be happy – particularly mental health.
Recipe for a long, healthy life boils down to nine traits
Feb 13, 2017

Recipe for a long, healthy life boils down to nine traits

The most cost-effective way to achieve the wellbeing of a population is to have governments adopt policies based on the nine common denominators that promote longevity.
UAE praised for its role as a business hub of the Middle East
Feb 13, 2017

UAE praised for its role as a business hub of the Middle East

Japan’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs congratulated the UAE on its success in creating a diverse economy.
UAE is an example of how all nationalities can work together – Prime Minister of Japan
Feb 13, 2017

UAE is an example of how all nationalities can work together – Prime Minister of Japan

The UAE was praised by the Prime Minister of Japan for its efforts in creating an open society and being a place where all nationalities can work together.
IMF director lauds Sheikh Mohammed efforts to thrust happiness at centre of global debate
Feb 12, 2017

IMF director lauds Sheikh Mohammed efforts to thrust happiness at centre of global debate

International Monetary Fund (IMF) director, Christine Lagarde, praised His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai’s effort to thrust the wellbeing and happiness of people at the centre of the global debate.
Anti-globalisation sentiments just a phase
Feb 12, 2017

Anti-globalisation sentiments just a phase

The current unstable climate will pass. That's according to the chairman of Dubai's biggest trade operators.
Get off social media and get things done
Feb 12, 2017

Get off social media and get things done

Social media addiction is costing the world time, creativity and knowledge, according to Robin Sharma, author and leadership expert, who imparted advice on becoming a great leader during the first day of the World Government Summit (WSG) 2017.
Combat value driven extremism through counter engagement and not just narrative
Feb 12, 2017

Combat value driven extremism through counter engagement and not just narrative

ISIS is a classical state revolution, and to call it just a terror organisation is delusional, anthropologist, Scott Atran, said on the day one of the World Government Summit 2017 in Dubai.
Violent extremists are not psychopathic
Feb 12, 2017

Violent extremists are not psychopathic

Decades of research has uncovered that terrorists are neither schizophrenic, depressed, anxious or psychopathic, but simply experiencing a mental motivational imbalance, it was revealed on day one of the World Government Summit 2017 in Dubai. Professor Arie Kruglanski, Distinguished Professor of Psychology from the University of Maryland said extremism, whether geared towards the far right or left, is a wilful deviation from general norms of conduct, driven by a motivational imbalance, where everything performed because of that motivation becomes permissible.
Eradicate ignorance by liberating your mind
Feb 12, 2017

Eradicate ignorance by liberating your mind

Education cannot eradicate ignorance in the Muslim world, but instead serves to enroot it within the mind – since education systems only serve to reinforce the inherent values of specific societies – said writer and thinker, Ibrahim Al-Buleihi on Day One of the 2017 World Government Summit.
Onus on Muslim world to tackle Islamic extremism
Feb 12, 2017

Onus on Muslim world to tackle Islamic extremism

Muslims and the Islamic world must shoulder the responsibility of tackling terrorist extremism by understanding the origins of politicised Islam, said writer and political analyst, Abdulla Bajad Al-Otaibi, during Day One of the 2017 World Government Summit in Dubai.
Senegalese delegate receives ‘Best Minister’ award at World Government Summit 2017
Feb 12, 2017

Senegalese delegate receives ‘Best Minister’ award at World Government Summit 2017

Minister of Health and Social Action from the Republic of Senegal, Her Excellency Awa Marie Coll-Seck, was bestowed with the ‘Best Minister Award’ during Day One of the World Government Summit (WGS) 2017 in Dubai.
Young people and women key to acting on regional challenges
Feb 12, 2017

Young people and women key to acting on regional challenges

Governments must empower young people and women, said the deputy secretary general of the Organisation for the Economic Cooperation Development (OECD).
Learning networks should take over traditional university degrees
Feb 12, 2017

Learning networks should take over traditional university degrees

As universities fail to address ever-changing job descriptions, companies are taking over the role of education, requiring the need for embracing new learning networks, Joseph Aoun, President of Northeastern University, told delegates during Day One of the 2017 World Government Summit.
Technology is a game-changer in medical diagnosis
Feb 12, 2017

Technology is a game-changer in medical diagnosis

Super computer Watson, created by IBM, has the potential to revolutionise medicine according to Steve Kotler, author of 'Bold' and 'Tomorrowland'.
‘Surveillance must be separated from espionage’ - privacy expert
Feb 12, 2017

‘Surveillance must be separated from espionage’ - privacy expert

Privacy expert Bruce Schneier told delegates at Day One of the 2017 World Government Summit that the current generation will be judged on the way they deal with the handling of data created by smartphone and internet use.
Follow Gen Z example of transparency to create communities, summit hears
Feb 12, 2017

Follow Gen Z example of transparency to create communities, summit hears

Generation Z demands greater transparency than ever, the Day One of the World Government Summit heard.
Set curricula squashes student talent
Feb 12, 2017

Set curricula squashes student talent

The scientific director of the Imagination Institute at the University of Pennsylvania reckons that intelligence tests should be replaced by imagination tests to predict and ‘coach’ the real talents of the future.
‘Play and learn’ methodology wins battle with violence
Feb 12, 2017

‘Play and learn’ methodology wins battle with violence

In regions troubled with violence, teachers can transform feelings of anger and hatred into love and joy, but need government support, Hanan Al-Hroub, recipient of the Global Teacher Prize Award in 2016, told delegates during Day 1 of the 2017 World Government Summit.
Governments need to ‘talk’ science for future success
Feb 12, 2017

Governments need to ‘talk’ science for future success

Festival, pointed to the importance of creating a culture of discovery in the world. “Science is the rational basis for truth governments need to celebrate that in public, it’s our guide to the future. Beyond supporting research government also needs to foster the public perception of what science is about by creating public educational events,” he said during Day One of the 2017 World Government Summit. Dr Greene suggested that governments funding science projects in their own countries was vital, and suggested that international collaboration perhaps represented a new way of global conversation among governments. As an example, he referred to existing successful international cooperation on monitoring big bang waves in the universe.
World Government Summit 2017: Governments must work together to meet global challenges
Feb 12, 2017

World Government Summit 2017: Governments must work together to meet global challenges

Governments need to navigate the backlash against globalisation and resist the building of walls, the 2017 World Government Summit
Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi launches inaugural Global Dialogue for Happiness
Feb 11, 2017

Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi launches inaugural Global Dialogue for Happiness

Her Excellency Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi, the UAE's Minister of State for Happiness has launched the inaugural Global Dialogue for Happiness. The full-day event – which brings together top thinkers, decision makers and experts from around the world to start a global discussion on the importance of happiness and well-being, and the imperative role of governments in achieving elevated levels of happiness worldwide – takes place as a precursor to the 2017 World Government Summit from 12-14 February, 2017.
Mohammed bin Rashid to lead Q & A Session on Reviving Development in the Arab World During WGS 2017
Feb 07, 2017

Mohammed bin Rashid to lead Q & A Session on Reviving Development in the Arab World During WGS 2017

Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, announced he will be leading a Q&A Session to examine the revival of the development process in the Arab World.
WGS World’s Best Minister Award: 8 Candidates to Compete in Final Stage
Feb 07, 2017

WGS World’s Best Minister Award: 8 Candidates to Compete in Final Stage

The World Government Summit announced that eight candidates will compete in the final stage of the World’s Best Minister Award, organized in partnership with Ernst & Young.
WGS Partners with Al Tayer Motors for the 4th Year in a Row
Feb 07, 2017

WGS Partners with Al Tayer Motors for the 4th Year in a Row

The World Government Summit, held on 12th-14th February under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has chosen Al Tayer Motors as its exclusive automotive partner for the 4th year in a row. This collaboration is in line with the Summit’s efforts to promote its partnership with the national private sector in various fields.
World Government Summit 2017 to host largest gathering of governments, international organizations and global thought leaders
Feb 06, 2017

World Government Summit 2017 to host largest gathering of governments, international organizations and global thought leaders

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the fifth edition of the World Government Summit (WGS 2017), the world’s largest platform for shaping future governments, is set to launch on Sunday, 12 February 2017.
World Government Summit Adopts Exclusive Membership System in the Run-Up to its Fifth Edition
Nov 10, 2016

World Government Summit Adopts Exclusive Membership System in the Run-Up to its Fifth Edition

The new measure encourages long-term relations with members, allowing them to attend the Organisation’s events throughout the year
Ten Key Take-Outs From The Paris Climate Change Agreement
Feb 29, 2016

Ten Key Take-Outs From The Paris Climate Change Agreement

Seven Truths Will Define The Future of Humanitarian Aid
Feb 27, 2016

Seven Truths Will Define The Future of Humanitarian Aid

Ten Record-Breaking Space Missions
Feb 21, 2016

Ten Record-Breaking Space Missions

Six Reasons Diabetes is Blighting the Gulf
Feb 19, 2016

Six Reasons Diabetes is Blighting the Gulf

Internet of Things
Feb 18, 2016

Internet of Things

Five Ways 3D printing will change the world
Feb 17, 2016

Five Ways 3D printing will change the world

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Directs World Government Summit to Build Year-round Platform to Enhance Government Services Globally
Feb 12, 2016

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Directs World Government Summit to Build Year-round Platform to Enhance Government Services Globally

Artificial Intelligence: Breakthroughs must come with a conscience
Feb 10, 2016

Artificial Intelligence: Breakthroughs must come with a conscience

Albert Manero: “Disability should not be an option; we need to engineer hope”
Feb 10, 2016

Albert Manero: “Disability should not be an option; we need to engineer hope”

HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum honours M-Government Service Award winners
Feb 10, 2016

HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum honours M-Government Service Award winners

Age extension: What if more of us started living to the age of 100 and longer?
Feb 10, 2016

Age extension: What if more of us started living to the age of 100 and longer?

In the pursuit of happiness: The Internet has failed to bring us joy, so can robots do the job instead?
Feb 10, 2016

In the pursuit of happiness: The Internet has failed to bring us joy, so can robots do the job instead?

The future of 3D body part printing: Is this the end of human donors?
Feb 10, 2016

The future of 3D body part printing: Is this the end of human donors?

Private sector needs to chip in to achieve SDGs
Feb 10, 2016

Private sector needs to chip in to achieve SDGs

World Government Summit Told AI Not the Answer to Creating a More Equal World
Feb 10, 2016

World Government Summit Told AI Not the Answer to Creating a More Equal World

WGS 2016: AI and Robots Are Augmenting Our Intelligence and Changing Our Lives
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: AI and Robots Are Augmenting Our Intelligence and Changing Our Lives

WGS 2016: International Cooperation in Building Cities of the Future
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: International Cooperation in Building Cities of the Future

Looking to the future: UAE keen on communicating SDG progress to the public
Feb 10, 2016

Looking to the future: UAE keen on communicating SDG progress to the public

WGS 2016: Celebrating your 200th Birthday, New Technologies Can Prevent Age-Related Diseases
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: Celebrating your 200th Birthday, New Technologies Can Prevent Age-Related Diseases

Disruptive Technology Could Radically Reshape Cargo Industry, DP World Chairman Tells World Government Summit
Feb 10, 2016

Disruptive Technology Could Radically Reshape Cargo Industry, DP World Chairman Tells World Government Summit

Build Compact and Connected Cities, Reduce Deforestation and Encourage Innovation in Energy, says Former Mexican President at WGS 2016
Feb 10, 2016

Build Compact and Connected Cities, Reduce Deforestation and Encourage Innovation in Energy, says Former Mexican President at WGS 2016

Climate change and government: Why protecting the environment is better for economic growth
Feb 10, 2016

Climate change and government: Why protecting the environment is better for economic growth

WGS 2016: Global Governments Pull Together to Bring Labor Markets into the New Digital Economy Century
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: Global Governments Pull Together to Bring Labor Markets into the New Digital Economy Century

WGS 2016: Could 100 Truly Be the New 40?
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: Could 100 Truly Be the New 40?

Automated cranes: The future for Dubai construction?
Feb 10, 2016

Automated cranes: The future for Dubai construction?

WGS 2016: Essence of Mindful Leadership Rooted in Accountability and Commitment to Purpose
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: Essence of Mindful Leadership Rooted in Accountability and Commitment to Purpose

WGS 2016: Disability is Not an Option:  Government and International Partners Should Come Together to Revolutionize Bionic Solutions, Says US pioneer Limbitless
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: Disability is Not an Option: Government and International Partners Should Come Together to Revolutionize Bionic Solutions, Says US pioneer Limbitless

Cat Stevens at WGS 2016 – Journey to the Peace Train
Feb 10, 2016

Cat Stevens at WGS 2016 – Journey to the Peace Train

 WGS 2016: Financing and Monitoring are Challenges to Overcome to Realize 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: Financing and Monitoring are Challenges to Overcome to Realize 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals

WGS 2016: 3D Printing Technology Key to Achieve Scalability and Deliver Affordable Regenerative Medicine
Feb 10, 2016

WGS 2016: 3D Printing Technology Key to Achieve Scalability and Deliver Affordable Regenerative Medicine

How the next leader of Emirates Airline could be Emirati
Feb 10, 2016

How the next leader of Emirates Airline could be Emirati

HH Sheikh Ahmed: "We are working to redesign the airspace of the UAE"
Feb 10, 2016

HH Sheikh Ahmed: "We are working to redesign the airspace of the UAE"

WGS 2016: Governments Need to Create Opportunities for Success to Reverse Arab Brain Drain
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Governments Need to Create Opportunities for Success to Reverse Arab Brain Drain

Best Minister in the World praised for efforts towards protecting the environment
Feb 09, 2016

Best Minister in the World praised for efforts towards protecting the environment

Future of government: The ingredients required for a successful state
Feb 09, 2016

Future of government: The ingredients required for a successful state

Nobel Peace Laureate calls for social enterprises
Feb 09, 2016

Nobel Peace Laureate calls for social enterprises

Think small not big to provide the world’s future clean energy
Feb 09, 2016

Think small not big to provide the world’s future clean energy

WGS 2016: Egyptian PM Says Future of Egypt Holds Positive Results for Egyptian Citizens
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Egyptian PM Says Future of Egypt Holds Positive Results for Egyptian Citizens

WGS 2016: Why do Governments Fail?
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Why do Governments Fail?

Technology: How your car could ‘bribe’ others with digital money
Feb 09, 2016

Technology: How your car could ‘bribe’ others with digital money

4 guiding principles required for the SDGs of the UN Agenda 2030
Feb 09, 2016

4 guiding principles required for the SDGs of the UN Agenda 2030

Improving the lives of Egyptians: Three pillars the government is addressing right now
Feb 09, 2016

Improving the lives of Egyptians: Three pillars the government is addressing right now

Dubai to Achieve Smart City Status by 2017  According to Report Released by Mohammed   Bin Rashid School of Government
Feb 09, 2016

Dubai to Achieve Smart City Status by 2017 According to Report Released by Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government

WGS 2016: Hyperloop Technology is the Future of Transport
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Hyperloop Technology is the Future of Transport

Let the Internet into schools: Four ways in which pedagogy needs to change
Feb 09, 2016

Let the Internet into schools: Four ways in which pedagogy needs to change

WGS 2016 Session Explores Dynamics for Shaping a New Ecosystem
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016 Session Explores Dynamics for Shaping a New Ecosystem

WGS 2016: Cryptocurrencies Set to Revolutionize How People Pay for Goods and Services
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Cryptocurrencies Set to Revolutionize How People Pay for Goods and Services

Pods zooming through tubes – travel of the future is closer than   you think
Feb 09, 2016

Pods zooming through tubes – travel of the future is closer than you think

Future of work: Why you shouldn’t measure the impact of what you do
Feb 09, 2016

Future of work: Why you shouldn’t measure the impact of what you do

Ministry of Economy Enters into Strategic Partnership with US Department of Commerce to Promote Cooperation in Innovation, Entrepreneurship
Feb 09, 2016

Ministry of Economy Enters into Strategic Partnership with US Department of Commerce to Promote Cooperation in Innovation, Entrepreneurship

Why young entrepreneurs in the UAE and the rest of the region need freedom
Feb 09, 2016

Why young entrepreneurs in the UAE and the rest of the region need freedom

Should companies access your private data?
Feb 09, 2016

Should companies access your private data?

WGS 2016: Eminent Academic Affirms Universities of the Future will Deliver Lifelong Education Driven by Artificial Intelligence
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Eminent Academic Affirms Universities of the Future will Deliver Lifelong Education Driven by Artificial Intelligence

WGS 2016: Dubai to Launch 1,000 Information Gathering Projects in Next Three years
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Dubai to Launch 1,000 Information Gathering Projects in Next Three years

WGS 2016: Nanotechnologies can lead to ground-breaking innovations in renewable energy
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Nanotechnologies can lead to ground-breaking innovations in renewable energy

WGS 2016: Educationist Dr Sugata Mitra appeals to education decision makers to allow use of the Internet during exams
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Educationist Dr Sugata Mitra appeals to education decision makers to allow use of the Internet during exams

WGS 2016: The Internet is a Human Right, Must be Free for All; Low-Orbiting Satellites for just US$10 Billion can Transform Inequality of Access
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: The Internet is a Human Right, Must be Free for All; Low-Orbiting Satellites for just US$10 Billion can Transform Inequality of Access

WGS 2016: Lewis Pugh’s Inspirational Journey Lends Perspective on Overcoming Life’s Challenges
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Lewis Pugh’s Inspirational Journey Lends Perspective on Overcoming Life’s Challenges

Arif Naqvi: Change is moving much faster than all of us think
Feb 09, 2016

Arif Naqvi: Change is moving much faster than all of us think

UAE confident of secure data exchange, assures chairman of leading telecommunications provider
Feb 09, 2016

UAE confident of secure data exchange, assures chairman of leading telecommunications provider

WGS 2016: Noted Travel Writer Pico Iyer Urges Attendees of World Government Summit to Embrace Stillness
Feb 09, 2016

WGS 2016: Noted Travel Writer Pico Iyer Urges Attendees of World Government Summit to Embrace Stillness

UAE government to make a percentage of electric cars compulsory
Feb 08, 2016

UAE government to make a percentage of electric cars compulsory

How clean will Dubai's energy be in the future?
Feb 08, 2016

How clean will Dubai's energy be in the future?

Three “unthinkable disasters” that may be coming up in 2016, according to Salesforce’s Peter Schwartz
Feb 08, 2016

Three “unthinkable disasters” that may be coming up in 2016, according to Salesforce’s Peter Schwartz

Crowd-sourced shared economies take over traditional businesses
Feb 08, 2016

Crowd-sourced shared economies take over traditional businesses

Lebanon and Jordan to receive $200m amidst Syrian conflict
Feb 08, 2016

Lebanon and Jordan to receive $200m amidst Syrian conflict

5 things Arab governments should act on now, according to Secretary General of the Arab League
Feb 08, 2016

5 things Arab governments should act on now, according to Secretary General of the Arab League

How Bill Gates became a rich man: Why flexing mental maps could change the world
Feb 08, 2016

How Bill Gates became a rich man: Why flexing mental maps could change the world

5 things Arab governments should act on now, according to the GCC Secretary General
Feb 08, 2016

5 things Arab governments should act on now, according to the GCC Secretary General

WGS 2016: Transitioning to a ‘Shared Economy’ Can Create New Opportunities for Governments
Feb 08, 2016

WGS 2016: Transitioning to a ‘Shared Economy’ Can Create New Opportunities for Governments

Neil deGrasse Tyson: “Two-third of all stars have Arabic names”
Feb 08, 2016

Neil deGrasse Tyson: “Two-third of all stars have Arabic names”

US President Barack Obama: “Countries are more peaceful when they look after their citizens”
Feb 08, 2016

US President Barack Obama: “Countries are more peaceful when they look after their citizens”

WGS 2016: Investment in Cyber Security Solutions, not Cyberspace Regulation, Key to Safeguard Vulnerable Cyber World
Feb 08, 2016

WGS 2016: Investment in Cyber Security Solutions, not Cyberspace Regulation, Key to Safeguard Vulnerable Cyber World

Dubai has Potential to become ‘City of the Future’ by Fostering Culture of Discovery, Affirms Neil deGrasse Tyson at WGS 2016
Feb 08, 2016

Dubai has Potential to become ‘City of the Future’ by Fostering Culture of Discovery, Affirms Neil deGrasse Tyson at WGS 2016

WGS 2016: Governments Must Serve as Citizen Platforms
Feb 08, 2016

WGS 2016: Governments Must Serve as Citizen Platforms

Why there's a need to drive thirst for knowledge in the middle east
Feb 08, 2016

Why there's a need to drive thirst for knowledge in the middle east

WGS 2016: Dubai reaffirms commitment to producing 75% of its energy from clean sources
Feb 08, 2016

WGS 2016: Dubai reaffirms commitment to producing 75% of its energy from clean sources

WGS 2016: Future classroom should resemble a workshop where you read, watch videos, work on skills and then apply them to a project to solve problems in the real world
Feb 08, 2016

WGS 2016: Future classroom should resemble a workshop where you read, watch videos, work on skills and then apply them to a project to solve problems in the real world

Technology Drives The 21ST Century
Feb 08, 2016

Technology Drives The 21ST Century

Al Gergawi: Mohammed bin Rashid believes that shaping  future governments is essential, rather than   complementary, for all governments
Feb 08, 2016

Al Gergawi: Mohammed bin Rashid believes that shaping future governments is essential, rather than complementary, for all governments

WGS 2016: Professor Jim Al-Khalili Says Arab World Must Regain its Past and Look to a New Golden Age of Islam
Feb 08, 2016

WGS 2016: Professor Jim Al-Khalili Says Arab World Must Regain its Past and Look to a New Golden Age of Islam

Klaus Schwab: Technological Transformations are  coming in as a Tsunami
Feb 08, 2016

Klaus Schwab: Technological Transformations are coming in as a Tsunami

WGS 2016: American Futurist Peter Schwartz Explains How Governments Can Think the Unthinkable
Feb 08, 2016

WGS 2016: American Futurist Peter Schwartz Explains How Governments Can Think the Unthinkable

Short-term future: Why the fourth industrial revolution is different to previous ones
Feb 08, 2016

Short-term future: Why the fourth industrial revolution is different to previous ones

World Economic Forum Executive Chairman: The UAE Can Become Role Model For Future
Feb 08, 2016

World Economic Forum Executive Chairman: The UAE Can Become Role Model For Future

What Makes a Great Leader? Here Are The 4 Qualities Required
Feb 08, 2016

What Makes a Great Leader? Here Are The 4 Qualities Required

Crash Course on Life: Surviving Stress
Feb 08, 2016

Crash Course on Life: Surviving Stress

Morning Session in World Government Summit 2016 Offers Insight on Meditation as Way to Overcome Stress
Future of government: The three changes required right now for progress
Feb 08, 2016

Future of government: The three changes required right now for progress

HE Al Gergawi opens 2016 world government summit with outlook to the future
Feb 08, 2016

HE Al Gergawi opens 2016 world government summit with outlook to the future

WGS Partners Commend Summit’s Role in Seeking Futuristic Solutions for Complex Global Challenges
Feb 06, 2016

WGS Partners Commend Summit’s Role in Seeking Futuristic Solutions for Complex Global Challenges

US President Barack Obama to Address Leaders at World Government Summit at Inaugural Session
Feb 05, 2016

US President Barack Obama to Address Leaders at World Government Summit at Inaugural Session

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to conduct ‘Dialogue of the Future’ with 10 million followers on social media on opening day of the summit
World Government Summit Shortlists Final Nominees for ‘Best Minister in the World’ Award
Feb 04, 2016

World Government Summit Shortlists Final Nominees for ‘Best Minister in the World’ Award

10 Ministers from among 100 Candidates Make the Cut for Final Assessment Stage
Best M-Government service awars finalist announced
Nov 12, 2015

Best M-Government service awars finalist announced

Huge response from UAE university students with 96 entries; 5 qualify to final stage
Government Summit  2015 announces biggest global gathering to shape future governments
Nov 12, 2015

Government Summit 2015 announces biggest global gathering to shape future governments

Mohammed Bin Rashid to launch The Museum of Future Government Services; Mohammed Bin Zayed to deliver keynote address; Ban Ki-moon and Klaus Schwab main speakers
OECD meeting sets the tone for the government summit with discussions on open government and public sector innovation
Sep 30, 2014

OECD meeting sets the tone for the government summit with discussions on open government and public sector innovation

Pre-summit meeting highlights role of e-government, open data and mobile government in improving service delivery in MENA and OECD states The Second Government Summit, which is being held from 10 to 12 February, 2014, under the theme Leading Government Services, kickstarted on 9
WEF selects UAE to launch "Future of government smart toolbox"report
Jun 10, 2014

WEF selects UAE to launch "Future of government smart toolbox"report

HH Sheikh Mohammed Directs to expand participation of global governments
Feb 14, 2014

HH Sheikh Mohammed Directs to expand participation of global governments

Plenary: Towards a smarter world
Feb 12, 2014

Plenary: Towards a smarter world

Plenary: Citizen happiness - The formula for government success
Feb 12, 2014

Plenary: Citizen happiness - The formula for government success

Day 3 plenary smart government - government services at your fingertips
Feb 12, 2014

Day 3 plenary smart government - government services at your fingertips

Launch of Ajman vision 2021
Feb 12, 2014

Launch of Ajman vision 2021

Smart societies for smart cities
Feb 11, 2014

Smart societies for smart cities

Google workshop Johara 4
Feb 11, 2014

Google workshop Johara 4

Banking on customer services: what governments can learn from the financial sector
Feb 11, 2014

Banking on customer services: what governments can learn from the financial sector

The world in 2050
Feb 11, 2014

The world in 2050

Main address: analysis of the latest international experiences
Feb 11, 2014

Main address: analysis of the latest international experiences

Latin america laying foundation for e-government
Feb 11, 2014

Latin america laying foundation for e-government

The secret: delighting your customers
Feb 11, 2014

The secret: delighting your customers

Hospitality session
Feb 11, 2014

Hospitality session

Impacting the future of government services: how technology can enhance the lives of citizens
Feb 11, 2014

Impacting the future of government services: how technology can enhance the lives of citizens

Building a result-driven organization: management lessons from the world of football
Feb 11, 2014

Building a result-driven organization: management lessons from the world of football

Optimising government service delivery: the potential of public private partnerships
Feb 11, 2014

Optimising government service delivery: the potential of public private partnerships

Plenary: “inspired vision, infinite possibilities”
Feb 10, 2014

Plenary: “inspired vision, infinite possibilities”

Plenary: “first class” government services: what governments can learn from leading airlines
Feb 10, 2014

Plenary: “first class” government services: what governments can learn from leading airlines

Delivering effective healthcare service: government healthcare 2.0
Feb 10, 2014

Delivering effective healthcare service: government healthcare 2.0

The future of transportation: how smart mobility will shape cities of the future
Feb 10, 2014

The future of transportation: how smart mobility will shape cities of the future

World class services: first hand perspectives from global cities
Feb 10, 2014

World class services: first hand perspectives from global cities

HH Sheikh Saif honours uae students who contributed to achieving excellence
Feb 10, 2014

HH Sheikh Saif honours uae students who contributed to achieving excellence

U.A.E. Tests unmanned drones to deliver government services
Feb 10, 2014

U.A.E. Tests unmanned drones to deliver government services

It's time for the third generation of government
Feb 10, 2014

It's time for the third generation of government

Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, addresses the Government Summit
Speech by Klaus Schwab
Feb 10, 2014

Speech by Klaus Schwab

Main Address: The New Global Context and its Impact on the Role of Government
Social services in the arab world: opportunities & potential
Feb 10, 2014

Social services in the arab world: opportunities & potential

Good governments vital for handling future challenges: oecd
Feb 10, 2014

Good governments vital for handling future challenges: oecd

ESCWA and Arab e-Government managers holds pre government summit meeting
Feb 09, 2014

ESCWA and Arab e-Government managers holds pre government summit meeting

Government Summit enhances its position as global platform for exchanging knowledge by partnering with UN and other international organisations
Government summit launches state-of-the-art mobile app
Feb 08, 2014

Government summit launches state-of-the-art mobile app

Participants to benefit from easy access to real-time information.
Global experts seek ways to promote happiness of citizens through ‘government of the future’
Feb 07, 2014

Global experts seek ways to promote happiness of citizens through ‘government of the future’

The Government Summit presents an international platform for debate and discussions to shape the future of government services
GCC ministers to discuss ways to enhance customer service through joint efforts in smart government
Feb 07, 2014

GCC ministers to discuss ways to enhance customer service through joint efforts in smart government

Key session for the Government Summit announced
OECD and ESCWA pre-summit meetings to kickstart second government summit
Feb 07, 2014

OECD and ESCWA pre-summit meetings to kickstart second government summit

Government Summit enhances its position as an ideal international platform for exchanging knowledge by partnering with the UN and other international organisations
31 apps from UAE, Arab and International entities qualify for best m-government service award
Feb 05, 2014

31 apps from UAE, Arab and International entities qualify for best m-government service award

Total of 260 Applications received for all categories of the Award
EMC, SAP & Microsoft announced as technology partners for the government summit 2014
Feb 04, 2014

EMC, SAP & Microsoft announced as technology partners for the government summit 2014

Partnerships to focus on world-class innovation and technology
Nakheel named leading partner for government summit
Feb 01, 2014

Nakheel named leading partner for government summit

Agenda for second government summit unveiled
Jan 19, 2014

Agenda for second government summit unveiled

Agenda aims to enhance government services related to citizen requirements in health, education and social sectors.
Second government summit partners with arabtec
Jan 12, 2014

Second government summit partners with arabtec

The Government Summit announces its partnership with du, which joins a group of other distinguished partners as Headline Partner.
2nd government summit partners with ADCB
Dec 24, 2013

2nd government summit partners with ADCB

The Government Summit announces its partnership with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, who joins a group of other distinguished partners.
DU is ‘headline partner’ of the government summit 2014
Dec 18, 2013

DU is ‘headline partner’ of the government summit 2014

The Government Summit announces its partnership with du, which joins a group of other distinguished partners as Headline Partner.
2nd government summit focuses on citizen happiness, lessons from the private sector, and the future of government services
Dec 14, 2013

2nd government summit focuses on citizen happiness, lessons from the private sector, and the future of government services

Government summit report
Jun 02, 2013

Government summit report

Understand more detail behind the sessions and workshops at the United Arab Emirates Government Summit 2013.
Coffee table book - 2013
Jun 02, 2013

Coffee table book - 2013

Read the ultimate compendium of the 2013 UAE Government Summit, held under the theme ‘leading Government Services’.
Aims to consolidate UAE’s position as hub for government service development
Apr 09, 2013

Aims to consolidate UAE’s position as hub for government service development

Summit facts and figures
Feb 12, 2013

Summit facts and figures

The government summit in dubai to focus on innovative solutions for government services
Feb 06, 2013

The government summit in dubai to focus on innovative solutions for government services

The Government Summit, the first of its kind regional initiative to be held in Dubai from February 11 to 12, 2013, has announced its detailed agenda covering all aspects of government administration and services, with several interactive discussions to be addressed by international experts.
Mohammed Bin Rashid will hold discussion session with citizens and journalists
Feb 06, 2013

Mohammed Bin Rashid will hold discussion session with citizens and journalists

The Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, will participate in the two-day government summit, titled ''Leadership in Government Services'', opening next Monday.
The government summit joins hands with local and global entities for region’s largest gathering of governments
Jan 23, 2013

The government summit joins hands with local and global entities for region’s largest gathering of governments