At the World Governments Summit (WGS), where history, policy, and possibility converge, the Indo-UAE trade corridor continues to stand at the forefront of global collaboration and strategic ambition. UIBC-UC expresses its gratitude for the visionary leadership of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of UAE, and Crown Prince of Dubai, whose forward-thinking approach has positioned Dubai and the UAE as global hubs for innovation, investment, inclusive growth, and global dialogue. The 2026 Summit further reflected the strength and maturity of the India-UAE partnership, with India’s participation led by Smt. Anupriya Patel, Hon. Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution and Textiles underscoring the shared commitment to innovation, economic cooperation, and future readiness.
UIBC-UC formalised its continued partnership with WGS through the signing of a MoU, affirmingUIBC-UC as aKnowledge Contributor for WGS 2026. As a Knowledge Contributor, UIBC-UC builds on tradition of meaningful engagement at WGS, extending beyond participation to active collaboration in research, thought leadership, and knowledge exchange. Over the years, UIBC-UC’s leadership has contributed as speakers and partners across key themes such as innovation, the digital economy, and global economic development. At WGS 2025, UIBC-UC leadershipincluding Mr. Faizal Kottikollon, Mr. Nilesh Ved, Mr. Tariq Chauhan, and Mr. Siddharth Balachandran, actively participated in high-level engagements, reinforcing our commitment to shaping forward-looking global dialogue.
India’s presence at the Summit has remained consistently influential, from the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at previous editions to the launch of Bharat Mart, a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing market access, strengthening trade linkages, and accelerating cross-border enterprise between India and the UAE.
UIBC-UC also extendsits appreciation to H.E. Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, UAE,and Chairman of WGSand H.E. Omar Sultan AlOlama,Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy & Remote Work Applications and Director General of the Prime Minister’s Office (UAE) for their strategic leadership in elevating the Summit’s global impact.UIBC-UC further commends the leadership ofMr. Mohamed Al Sharhan, Managing Director, WGS, for his continued commitment to fostering collaborative, future-focused dialogue to define WGS as the world’s leading forum for government innovation.
At WGS, nations move beyond the exchange of ideas to actively shape the future. The Summit’s influence spans continents, sectors, and generations, reinforcing a shared vision of deeper partnerships, sustained global progress, and inclusive prosperity.
