Economy

WGS 2025: Türkiye-Arab trade surpassed $54.5 billion in 2024, says Murat Efe

The CEPA between the UAE and Türkiye contributed to an 11 percent increase in trade between the two countries in 2024

Trump pushes for lower interest rates despite January’s 3 percent inflation rise

These comments follow Powell's statement that policymakers shouldn't rush to cut rates amid inflation

UAE is home to the GCC region’s most diversified economy, reveals Global Economic Diversification Index (EDI) 2025

Through its Policy Research Department, the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government strives to enrich government decision-making locally and internationally with datasets and evidence-based recommendations in diverse areas of public policies

ADGM appoints Justice Paul Heath KC as Judge to ADGM Courts

Justice Paul Heath KC replaces Justice William Stone SBS KC after he retired as a Judge in late 2024

WGS 2025: ‘Future of the Economy’ forum highlights transformative trends shaping global economy growth

H.E. Al Marri: UAE's unique economic model adapts to global changes and geopolitical challenges

UAE honors winners of Global Government Excellence Awards this year

Presented during the World Governments Summit, the accolades recognize significant contributions to improving the quality of life in communities worldwide

WGS 2025: Dubai Ruler discusses growing bilateral ties with Poland’s President, Kuwait’s PM

President of Poland committed to enhance connectivity, economic cooperation with UAE

UAE President meets global leaders, delegation heads at WGS 2025

Sheikh Mohamed visited the ‘Edge of Government’ exhibition, a key event at the summit

WGS 2025: Gulf economies to grow 3.4 percent in 2025, says World Bank MENA VP

Dione highlighted that the GCC countries maintain a strong economic position thanks to their diversification efforts

WGS 2025: Georgia’s PM highlights UAE as benchmark for progress and economic cooperation

Kobakhidze emphasized the $5.5 billion investment MoU between Abu Dhabi's Eagle Hills and the Government of Georgia

WGS 2025: Future of Work Forum spotlights impact of AI on productivity, work patterns and economic trends

The forum featured six sessions that sought to forecast the future of labor, led by decision-makers, researchers and academic experts

LEAP 2025: $1.78 billion in tech investments announced as sports and startups take center stage

Equinix announced a $1 billion investment to launch the region’s largest data center in Saudi Arabia

WGS and Strategy& Middle East launch new productivity index, highlighting GCC’s $2.8 trillion GDP potential

PPI redefines productivity measurement by integrating environmental sustainability, well-being, innovation, and institutional quality

WGS 2025: UAE Gender Balance Council highlights nation’s progress in gender equity

Women now hold one-third of ministerial positions in the UAE government and 50 percent of seats in the Federal National Council

WGS 2025: UAE President and Dubai Ruler meet Pakistani PM, reaffirm bilateral historical ties

Talks emphasized economic, trade, and development areas aligned with both nations' growth visions

WGS 2025: Sheikh Mohammed meets with Arab finance ministers, stresses cooperation for sustainable development

H.H. welcomed the participation of Arab delegations, including ministers and key economic and financial decision-makers

WGS 2025: Mohammad Al Gergawi reflects on humanity’s pivotal moment 25 years into the millennium

The UAE Minister raises questions about four key events that have shaped the past 25 years

WGS 2025: Sheikh Mohammed meets with Klaus Schwab, underscores UAE’s commitment to shaping unified global vision for growth

H.H. underscored the imperative for governments to keep pace with substantial changes reshaping the world

WGS 2025: Sheikh Mohammed, IMF Managing Director explore means to enhance UAE-IMF cooperation

The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan, Crown Prince of Dubai

World Governments Summit 2025 opens with record global participation

Monday marked Day Zero of WGS 2025, featuring several key forums

Global economy in 2025: A year of caution and challenges

In the MENA region, 64 percent of chief economists surveyed by the World Economic Forum (WEF) expect moderate growth

Mega forces shaping the 2025 economy: How AI, geopolitics, and energy transition will affect the Middle East

Saudi Arabia exemplifies a nation meeting these challenges head on, with the IMF projecting GDP growth of 3.3 percent in 2025

WGS 2025: Sheikh Maktoum calls Ninth Arab Fiscal Forum a strategic platform for Arab economic integration

Forum organized by Ministry of Finance in cooperation with the Arab Monetary Fund and the International Monetary Fund

UAE President and Vice-President welcome international guests to World Governments Summit 2025

WGS 2025 will host 30+ heads of state, 80+ organizations, 140 delegations, and 6,000 attendees