WGS 2025: Expanded agenda to feature prominent tech leaders Elon Musk and Alphabet CEO

The World Governments Summit Organization recently announced the expanded agenda for its summit to be held in Dubai from February 11th to 13th, 2025, under the theme "Shaping Future Governments." This summit will delve into significant global transformations, focusing on the resulting opportunities and challenges, and covering multiple fields and key issues. The summit aims to be a pivotal platform for discussing the future of governance in a rapidly changing world.

Through inclusive dialogue, the 2025 World Governments Summit aims to foster the development of common strategies and visions to enhance government performance and strengthen international cooperation, ultimately accelerating global development and prosperity. Over the past 12 years, the summit has become one of the world's largest and most influential government forums. This year's summit agenda includes 21 forums covering six key themes, including health transformation, governance, and crisis response. This comprehensive agenda reflects the summit's commitment to addressing pressing global challenges.

Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs of the UAE and Chairman of the World Governments Summit, stated: "The rapid changes happening around us herald a new world with unique tools, challenges, and opportunities. This requires governments to prioritize resilience and efficiency, racing against time to ensure a future of sustainable progress and development for all, meeting the aspirations of future generations." Al Gergawi's statement underscores the urgency and importance of the summit's mission in navigating the complexities of the modern world.

The 2025 World Governments Summit is expected to witness record international participation, with over 30 heads of state and government, delegations from 140 governments, and representatives from over 80 international and regional organizations and global institutions attending. The summit will also bring together distinguished thought leaders, global experts, and over 6,000 participants. This represents an increase of over 50% in attendance compared to last year, marking the largest gathering in the summit's history, with representatives from all continents and a wide range of fields. The summit aims to serve as a unified platform for governments worldwide, fostering economic, social, and governmental progress to achieve equitable development for all.

Al Gergawi added: "The summit is committed to being the premier global platform to anticipate and explore the future, develop innovative solutions, and build international partnerships, thereby benefiting all communities based on scientific and realistic insights." This statement highlights the summit's dedication to forward-thinking strategies and collaborative efforts in addressing global challenges.

The 2025 World Governments Summit will bring together global leaders, influential thinkers, and distinguished figures from various fields. Al Gergawi will deliver the opening address, setting the stage for a vibrant exchange of ideas and perspectives. Heads of state, including Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Polish President Andrzej Duda, and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, will also deliver keynote speeches. Their participation underscores the summit's significance on the global stage.

Željka Cvijanović, Chairwoman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, will join other heads of state in participating in the Government Experience Exchange Forum. Heads of government, including Kuwaiti Prime Minister Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and El Salvadoran Vice President Félix Ulloa, will also participate in high-level discussions. These discussions will provide valuable insights into diverse governance approaches and challenges.

In a plenary session titled "Governments in the Age of Intelligence," the evolving technologies and their impact on governance will be explored, with Professor Klaus Schwab, Chairman of the Board of the World Economic Forum, in attendance. Furthermore, the 2025 World Governments Summit will host dialogues with Elon Musk and Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund. These dialogues promise to be insightful and thought-provoking.

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, Alibaba Group Chairman Joe Tsai, and Roblox Co-founder and CEO David Baszucki will also be among the prominent figures at this year's World Governments Summit. Oracle founder Larry Ellison will also speak at the event. Artificial intelligence and technology will be major focuses of this year's summit. Al Gergawi stated that the discussions will be very interesting due to the participation of technology experts from around the world. Their expertise will contribute to a rich and informative discussion on the future of technology and its impact on governance.

Al Gergawi said: "We will have technology leaders from the East and the West, which is very important. It will be very interesting to hear the perspectives of technology leaders from China and technology leaders from the United States on the future prospects of the industry." This highlights the summit's commitment to fostering a global dialogue and incorporating diverse perspectives on technological advancements.

The agenda of the 2025 World Governments Summit will address key global challenges and opportunities. Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina will chair a session exploring the theme "What's Holding Back the Future of Tourism?", examining the biggest challenges facing the future of tourism. Meanwhile, Sierra Leone Prime Minister David Moinina Sengeh will participate in a session on "The New Economic Revolution: An African Perspective." These sessions will offer valuable insights into specific sectors and regional perspectives.

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek, Portuguese Economy Minister Pedro Reis, and UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, will attend a dedicated session on how economic alliances drive the future of global influence. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor of the Caretaker Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, will further enrich the agenda of the 2025 World Governments Summit by participating in one of the plenary sessions. Their participation will contribute to a comprehensive discussion on economic development and global partnerships.

Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands Jeremiah Manele and Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit will discuss government efficiency issues in a session titled "Preparedness and Response: How Effective are Government Strategies?" The final day of the summit will also feature a Climate Change Forum, a World Health Forum, and a World Government Legislative Forum. These forums will provide platforms for in-depth discussions on critical global issues and policy solutions.