President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Dubai to take part in the 2026 World Governments Summit, a high-level global forum focused on shaping the future of governance.
He departed Accra aboard an aircraft provided by the President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The aircraft is also expected to convey President Mahama onward to Lusaka after the summit.
President Mahama touched down in Dubai in the early hours of Monday, February 2, and was welcomed by the UAE Minister of State, His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan.
The 2026 World Governments Summit, themed “Shaping Future Governments,” brings together governments, international organisations, thought leaders, and private sector executives from around the world. The platform aims to strengthen international cooperation, explore innovative solutions to global challenges, and inspire the next generation of governance systems.
This year’s agenda is built around five core pillars: Global Governance and Effective Leadership; Societal Wellbeing and Capacity Building; Economic Prosperity and Emerging Opportunities; Urban Futures and Evolving Demographics; and Future Realities and Next Frontiers.
The summit, taking place at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, provides an opportunity for leaders in government, business, and science to exchange ideas on innovation and forward-looking public policies.
Notable participants include Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio, Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa, Swiss President Guy Parmelin, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, and GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al Budaiwi, among other global leaders.
The gathering is expected to shape key policy conversations and highlight innovations that will define future societies.
