Davos: The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 began today in Davos, Switzerland, under the theme ‘A Spirit of Dialogue.’ This year’s forum brings together global leaders from government, business, civil society, and academia.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the forum, running from January 19 to 23, 2026, will focus on five key global priorities. These include building trust and strengthening international cooperation, identifying new drivers of sustainable economic growth, advancing skills development and investment in human capital, ensuring the responsible use of technology and innovation, and integrating environmental sustainability into economic growth models. Discussions will also examine the implications of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and cybersecurity for industries and societies worldwide.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is participating in the WEF 2026 Annual Meeting with a high-level delegation to enhance dialogue and collaboration with international leaders across the public and private sectors, civil society, and academia, in support of global stability and shared prosperity.
As part of its participation, the Kingdom will relaunch the ‘Saudi House’ pavilion, organized by the Ministry of Economy and Planning. This pavilion will serve as a platform to promote cooperation and constructive dialogue. It will host more than 20 dialogue sessions, including over 10 sessions officially accredited by the WEF, bringing together leading decision-makers, thought leaders, and international officials.