Dubai's World Sports Summit: Pioneering Global Sports Innovation

The World Sports Summit in Dubai marked the UAE's commitment to influence global sports strategy. Attracting over 1,500 leaders, key discussions included AI, governance, and sustainable development, positioning Dubai as an innovation nucleus. Strategic partnerships were also formed to bolster investment and infrastructure in the sports sector.

Dubai, UAE recently hosted the prestigious World Sports Summit, signaling its ambition to shape the global sports landscape. The summit happened at Madinat Jumeirah on December 29-30, gathering over 1,500 sports leaders and decision-makers from approximately 50 countries, all under the theme 'Uniting the World Through Sport.'

Key discussions concentrated on sports investment, digital transformation, governance, and community empowerment. Significant focus was also placed on harnessing sports as a tool for sustainable development. The summit underscored the importance of aligning on artificial intelligence and technology in sports, strengthening cross-border investment partnerships, and launching initiatives for creativity and sustainability.

This initiative, aligned with the Dubai Sports Sector Strategic Plan 2033 and launched annually from 2025, aims to influence international sports policy-making. The inaugural edition featured the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Sports Award, highlighting the UAE's role in fostering innovation, investment, and infrastructure in global sports.

(With inputs from agencies.)