UAE Reaffirms Global Leadership with Fifth Largest Delegation at Davos 2026

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum established the presence of the UAE at World Economic Forum 2026. As Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, her highness is leading a high-level delegation from the UAE to Davos for the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum, taking place between January 19 -23.

The UAE Davos delegation at the World Economic Forum in Davos 2026 sees the UAE as the fifth-largest delegation at Davos. This reflects the country’s continued focus on future-oriented sectors and economic priorities. It also showcases the UAE’s commitment to enhancing collaboration between the government and the private sector.

The presence of the UAE at the World Economic Forum 2026 highlights UAE global leadership at Davos. The UAE Pavilion in Davos includes a delegation of UAE ministers, which entails over 100 ministers, senior management officials, and UAE private sector leaders from major private sector companies showcasing UAE economic priorities at Davos.

UAE at World Economic Forum 2026

Specifically, the global forum serves as an annual platform for driving international cooperation across key development sectors. Thus, the presence of the UAE at the World Economic Forum 2026 magnifies the country’s standing as a key global partner, actively shaping international cooperation frameworks and supporting the transformation towards inclusive, long-term sustainable development.

Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Says:

“The UAE’s participation in the World Economic Forum Davos 2026 reflects its vision to reinforce the UAE’s active presence and constructive contribution across international forums, strengthen international cooperation, and deepen effective regional and global partnerships. This engagement supports the achievement of national development objectives and contributes to international efforts to address shared challenges and advance comprehensive and sustainable development.”

Al Gergawi also mentions how the UAE remains dedicated to strengthening constructive international cooperation by sharing its expertise in areas where it has established global leadership. Lastly, he affirmed that the UAE’s participation in Davos 2026 represents an important opportunity to build and strengthen effective partnerships.

Furthermore, the presence of UAE at World Economic Forum 2026 shines a light on the country’s drive and commitment to advance constructive dialogue and expand international cooperation with governments, major companies, international institutions, and the private sector.

UAE Embodies WEF 2026 ‘Spirit of Dialogue’

The ‘Spirit of Dialogue’ theme of the World Economic Forum 2026 aligns closely with the UAE’s long-standing commitment to dialogue as a foundation for international relations, multilateral cooperation, and social cohesion. The UAE global dialogue WEF emphasises fostering inclusive and forward-looking dialogue that addresses shared global challenges, strengthens cooperation, and supports joint action.

The Spirit of Dialogue WEF 2026 opened the stage for the UAE to participate in several key sessions at the WEF. These include addressing building trust in investment, advancing legislative frameworks, enhancing economic governance, and strengthening global trade.

Also shining a spotlight on UAE AI leadership and UAE digital government expertise at Davos, the country contributed greatly in discussions pertaining to artificial intelligence, digital government, and smart regulation. The UAE’s experience demonstrates how AI can serve as a scalable engine for development and investment, supporting data-driven decision making, enhanced government performance, and an improved quality of life.

The UAE also aims to place strong emphasis on humanitarian and global issues closely linked to social stability and sustainable development, including food security, health, water, and humanitarian action at the forum.

UAE Pavilion Themes ‘Impossible is Impossible’

The UAE Pavilion at the World Economic Forum (WEF) is themed ‘Impossible is Impossible’ for the fourth consecutive year. This incredibly daring slogan highlights the country’s role in advancing energy transition, sustainability, and climate finance while safeguarding economic growth and energy security.

What’s more, the Impossible is Impossible UAE Pavilion also reflects the diversity and strength of the national economy across sectors, including digital economy, energy, finance, industry, technology, and trade. The Pavilion is hosting a series of sessions, meetings, and media engagements featuring business leaders, international experts, and senior government officials.

Ultimately, these engagements provide opportunities to build partnerships, explore innovative solutions, exchange expertise, and showcase UAE success stories. The Pavilion’s design and content reflect the UAE’s national identity and its forward-looking approach to addressing global priorities, whilst boosting UAE international cooperation at Davos.

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