Dubai: Partners of the World Governments Summit 2026 affirmed that the Summit continues to solidify its status as a leading global platform to anticipate the future and shape innovative government policies that ensure happiness and wellbeing of people. Speaking at the World Governments Summit Dialogue, held today at the Museum of the Future to detail the latest updates to the upcoming edition set to take place in Dubai from 3rd to 5th February, WGS 2026 partners said the Summit is a global gathering of decision makers, experts, and thought leaders who exchange visions and knowledge, and explore the best policies and solutions to support sustainable development and drive international cooperation across vital sectors.
According to Emirates News Agency, partners of the upcoming Summit include the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) as the Smart Mobility Partner; the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) as the Sustainable Energy Partner; Dubai Municipality as the Smart City Partner; DP World, Dubai Chambers and the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) as Leading Partners; Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) as the Strategic Partner; and e and UAE as the Technology Partner.
Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA, described the World Governments Summit as a premier global platform for exchanging experiences, foreseeing the future, and transforming ambitious concepts into actionable projects. Al Tayer noted that as a Strategic Transport Partner, RTA has utilized the Summit to forge high-impact alliances with global mobility and technology leaders. Through the Summit, RTA has been part of knowledge exchanges and key conversations on the future of mobility, resulting in several innovative projects in Dubai, including the launch of the Air Taxi service and driverless taxi service.
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, highlighted DEWA’s participation as the Sustainable Energy Partner, showcasing its leadership in smart transformation and its role in promoting innovation through artificial intelligence in energy and water networks. DEWA is integrating artificial intelligence into its operations and aims to exceed 36% clean energy from the energy mix by 2030.
Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, emphasized the Summit’s role in enhancing economic cooperation and driving growth in business, trade, and investment by fostering cross-border collaborations. Majid Sultan Al Mesmar, Director-General of TDRA, highlighted the Summit as a strategic platform for shaping future governments and driving global digital transformation.
Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director-General of Dubai Municipality, discussed the Summit’s role in leading the transformation toward sustainable urban cities, developing infrastructure rooted in the circular economy, and enhancing quality of life in Dubai. Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director of DP World GCC, reiterated DP World’s commitment to shaping global trade and logistics through collaboration and innovation.
Rashid Al Kaabi, Acting Deputy Director-General at ADFD, highlighted the Fund’s strategic partnership with the Summit and its 2030 Strategy, which includes initiatives like the $1 billion ‘AI for Development’ initiative and the Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform aimed at strengthening the global water sector.
Masood M. Sharif Mahmood, CEO of e and UAE, underscored the Summit as a leading platform for shaping how governments prepare for the future through AI, and emphasized e and UAE’s commitment to building resilient digital ecosystems to advance technologies and solutions.
