High-level Meeting Between Mohammed bin Rashid and Arab Finance Ministers at World Government Summit

The highly anticipated Arab Fiscal Forum, held at the World Governments Summit 2024, marked a momentous occasion with the meeting between His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and several Arab Ministers of Finance. This gathering of esteemed dignitaries aimed to promote collaboration and the sharing of knowledge for the collective advancement of sustainable development in the Arab region.

Well-known for his visionary leadership, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum warmly welcomed the participating Arab delegations, emphasizing the critical need for aligning perspectives and exchanging expertise among Arab nations. He stressed that this proactive approach is crucial for working towards sustainable development, a common goal among global leaders.

The Arab Ministers of Finance echoed this sentiment by expressing their eagerness to enhance cooperation with the UAE, in order to benefit from the nation’s pioneering economic strength. Their participation in the World Governments Summit demonstrates a strategic commitment to staying informed about current global trends and gaining valuable insights from economies that have overcome significant financial challenges.

Distinguished attendees at the forum included notable figures such as Her Excellency Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE.

Making a significant impact on global diplomacy, the World Governments Summit 2024 successfully brought together over 25 heads of state and world leaders, as well as more than 85 international and regional organizations, and 140 governments. Additionally, the summit’s agenda featured a compelling lineup of 110 plenaries, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, with contributions from 200 international speakers, as well as 23 ministerial meetings and executive sessions attended by over 300 ministers.

It is clear that the collaboration between influential leaders and nations at events like the World Governments Summit plays an essential role in shaping our global landscape for a brighter and more prosperous future. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision for aligning Arab perspectives and facilitating cross-border knowledge exchange is undeniably a beacon of hope for sustainable development. This promising collaboration with Arab Ministers of Finance heralds the dawn of a new era in regional cooperation and shared prosperity.