World Governments Summit 2026 to Host Latin America & Caribbean High-Level Investment Forum and Launch Global World Leaders Summit
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – The 2026 edition of the World Governments Summit (WGS) is poised to make history, with the largest-ever international participation since the Summit’s inception. This landmark gathering of global leaders, policymakers, and thought innovators will bring together over 35 heads of state, more than 150 government delegations, and a broad spectrum of influential figures from international organizations, academia, and the private sector. The Summit is set to highlight the evolving role of governments in shaping a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative global future.
Unprecedented International Participation
WGS 2026 promises an unparalleled scale of engagement, reflecting its growing significance as a global platform for dialogue, collaboration, and policy innovation. Attendees include top officials from leading nations, global economic institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), as well as influential business leaders and representatives from knowledge institutions worldwide.
Landmark Forums Highlighting Global Collaboration
The Summit will feature a series of world-class forums designed to address critical issues and emerging opportunities across regions and sectors:
- New Silk Road Forum – Focused on trade, connectivity, and economic cooperation across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
- IFC-Led Investment Forum – Latin America and the Caribbean – A high-level platform to explore investment opportunities, partnerships, and sustainable economic growth in the region.
- 10th International Cooperation Conference – Organized in partnership with the Association of Caribbean States, this forum will highlight collaborative approaches to regional development and global challenges.
- Future of the Economy Forum – An exploration of emerging economic trends, innovations, and strategies to promote resilient, future-ready economies.
These forums are designed to foster knowledge sharing, investment collaboration, and actionable policy recommendations.
World Laureates Summit: A Global Scientific Gathering
A historic highlight of WGS 2026 is the World Laureates Summit (WLS), being held outside of Shanghai, China, for the first time. Scheduled from February 3 to 5, the WLS will assemble an extraordinary roster of Nobel Prize winners, Turing Award recipients, Fields Medalists, Great Arab Minds, and other globally recognized scientific laureates.
This prestigious gathering, organized in collaboration with the World Association of World Laureates, will foster dialogue between world leaders and top scientists to address pressing global challenges with evidence-based, innovative solutions. Notable participants confirmed include:
- Michael Levitt – Nobel Prize in Chemistry, 2013
- Kip Thorne – Nobel Prize in Physics, 2017
- John Hopcroft – Turing Award, 1986
The WLS represents a milestone in bridging science, policy, and global governance, emphasizing the role of research-driven solutions in shaping the governments of the future.
World Grand Prix Summit & Specialized Global Forums
In addition to these high-profile forums, WGS 2026 will reveal the results of the World Grand Prix Summit, a key event recognizing innovation, leadership, and excellence on the international stage.
The Summit’s comprehensive agenda includes more than 320 sessions, featuring over 100 international and regional organizations and 450 global figures, including presidents, ministers, experts, and thought leaders. These sessions span 24 specialized global forums, each designed to forecast future trends, explore technological and societal transformations, and provide actionable insights across critical sectors such as energy, education, health, economy, and governance.
Theme and Vision
Under the theme “Shaping the Governments of the Future,” WGS 2026 aims to provide an unparalleled platform for innovation, dialogue, and policy development. By connecting leaders from diverse sectors and regions, the Summit emphasizes collaboration, forward-looking strategies, and solutions to global challenges, ensuring governments are equipped to respond to the rapidly evolving needs of citizens in the 21st century.
With its record-breaking participation, high-profile forums, and historic launch of the World Laureates Summit, WGS 2026 is set to reinforce its position as the preeminent global forum for shaping the future of governance, innovation, and international cooperation.
