World Economic Forum Global Meeting Set For Spring 2026 In Riyadh

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a regular high-level World Economic Forum (WEF) global meeting in Riyadh, with the inaugural event slated for the spring of 2026.

The Riyadh meeting will serve as a vital platform for global leaders, experts, policy- and decision-makers from diverse fields, including the public and private sectors, academia, international organisations, and civil society, to convene and address critical global challenges.

The announcement was made by Minister of Economy and Planning, Faisal F. Alibrahim, and WEF President, Børge Brende, on the final day of the 55th Annual Meeting of the WEF in Davos, Switzerland.

Minister Faisal emphasised that this meeting highlights Saudi Arabia’s growing role as a centre for global dialogue, collaboration, and innovation, and offers an opportunity to unite efforts for a more inclusive and prosperous future.

“This meeting represents a significant opportunity to further unite the world in capturing the immense potential that lies ahead. We look forward to welcoming the global community again in Saudi Arabia in the spring of 2026,” he said in a statement.

Building on the success of the WEF Special Meeting held in Riyadh in April 2024, this new development solidifies Saudi Arabia’s position as a central player in shaping the global agenda.

The Kingdom’s bold leadership and determination to foster global dialogues between developed and developing economies and drive inclusive global growth make it an ideal host to address complex global challenges with the WEF community.

The WEF Global Meeting in Riyadh is set to become a cornerstone event in the global calendar, reflecting the Kingdom’s position as a key bridge between the north and south, east and west, and a beacon for constructive dialogue and action.

-- BERNAMA