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Saudi Arabia

GCC summit shows unity, but highlights coordination gaps

Gulf leaders met in Saudi Arabia to address the fallout from the Iran war, projecting unity but stopping short of concrete steps as divisions and uncertainty persist.

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Cities tackle urban challenges as WUF13 preparations continue

In partnership with World Urban Forum

Preparations for the 13th World Urban Forum are under way, highlighting the need for global dialogue, cooperation and knowledge sharing to address shared challenges in housing, climate resilience and urban growth.

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The Next African Frontier: Why Global Investors are Heading to Angola

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Vast coastline, untouched wilderness, a reform-driven government and a tourism sector that has barely got started. That is about to change.

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Can WUF13 end the global housing emergency?

In partnership with World Urban Forum

Housing for all remains a central global challenge, with discussions focusing on inclusive policies, affordability and sustainable urban development.

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WUF13: Urban projects spark global discussion

In partnership with World Urban Forum

Urban projects test new approaches to city planning, contributing to global discussions on infrastructure, sustainability and post-conflict development ahead of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum.

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Melania Trump brings humanoid robot to White House education summit

The First Lady unexpectedly kicked off a White House summit on global education and technology by arriving with Figure 3, a humanoid robot.

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Europe’s blind spot on rare kidney diseases

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A Euronews Health Summit debate in Brussels brought together policymakers, clinicians and patient representatives to examine why delays in diagnosis remain so common.

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International dialogue addresses global challenges

In partnership with Azpromo

Leaders and experts gather in Baku for the 13th Global Forum to discuss governance, energy security and cooperation, highlighting the role of dialogue in addressing global challenges.

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Southern Gas Corridor meeting reviews energy cooperation

In partnership with Azpromo

Energy leaders and policymakers discussed supply security, diversification and renewable cooperation, highlighting the evolving role of the Southern Gas Corridor in Europe’s energy strategy.

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Web Summit Qatar 2026 renews push to build a global tech hub

Web Summit Qatar 2026 opens in Doha with $2 billion in new funding, fresh incentives for entrepreneurs and a fast-growing global tech ecosystem.

United Arab Emirates

UAE harnesses AI to slash bureaucracy and speed up public services

The UAE is using AI to cut bureaucracy, speed up public services and test new technologies, presenting their work at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, which promoted global dialogue.

United Arab Emirates

Europe and Gulf countries strengthen ties at World Governments Summit

World Governments Summit in Dubai sees record European turnout as the UAE positions itself as a neutral hub for global dialogue and Gulf-EU ties.

United Arab Emirates

What happened on day one of World Governments Summit in Dubai?

The World Governments Summit opened in the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday with calls for governance reform, AI oversight and diplomatic solutions to regional tensions. Euronews brings you the play-by-play of day one.

Tech News

How BYD plans to solve Europe’s EV charging and energy cost problem

Euronews Next sat down with Stella Li, the executive vice president of Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD, at the World Government Summit 2026 to discuss the company’s rapid expansion and its European ambitions.

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World Government Summit 2026 unveiled in Dubai

Dubai has unveiled the World Government Summit 2026, set to be its largest ever. More than 150 government delegations, global leaders, and scientists will gather to tackle AI, climate and economic risks, aiming to move from ideas to action at a critical global moment.

United Arab Emirates

Organisers say this year's WGS in Dubai is the most ambitious yet

The summit, which will be held from 3-5 February, is expected to bring together 35 heads of state and government, more than 150 government delegations and over 6,000 attendees.

Sport

From Usyk to Infantino, Dubai summit draws hundreds of sports figures

The inaugural World Sports Summit in the UAE featured Usyk, Pacquiao, Infantino, and other top stars and decision-makers discussing athlete pressures alongside the sport's economic and social future.

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Doha Forum 2025: Dialogue, Mediation and Global Cooperation

Doha Forum 2025 brought world leaders together to confront rising global tensions, deepen EU–GCC ties and support Syria’s transition. With Qatar’s mediation role in focus, the Forum emphasized moving from dialogue to real results.

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Turkmenistan celebrates 30 years of permanent neutrality

In partnership with the International Conference on Peace and Trust

The International Conference on Peace and Trust hosted in Ashgabat, focused on how the notion of neutrality can help solving conflicts and crisis.

Uzbekistan

Central Asia and Japan expand cooperation

Meeting in Tokyo for the first time at leaders’ level, Central Asian states and Japan set out a framework for deeper political, economic and sectoral cooperation amid growing regional and global challenges.