Dubai ruler in Arab Fiscal Forum 2023

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today met with Arab ministers, governors of banks and central banks of Arab nations, and heads of regional and international financial institutions participating in the annual Arab Fiscal Forum.

The Forum, held today, was organised as part of the preliminary activities of the World Government Summit (WGS) 2023, which is set to begin in Dubai tomorrow.

This year’s edition of the WGS will bring together more than 250 ministers and more than 10,000 government officials, thought leaders and experts from across the world. The Summit’s agenda includes more than 220 sessions, where more than 300 global speakers, thought leaders, experts and decision-makers will share visions and discuss ideas and strategies for the future.

Welcoming the participants, His Highness highlighted the importance of exchanging knowledge and expertise with Arab governments to achieve sustainable development. The meeting also discussed the importance of the WGS in enhancing excellence in government and promoting cooperation between Arab nations.

The meeting was also attended by Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the World Government Summit Organization; Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs; and Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, and Managing Director of the WGS.