Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) participated in the World Governments Summit 2025, held in Dubai under the theme 'Shaping Future Governments.' The summit united government leaders, ministers, senior officials, global experts, decision-makers, and specialists in financial, economic, and social affairs from across the globe.
According to Emirates News Agency, the summit serves as a global platform for exchanging knowledge and expertise to drive development and societal progress. It aims to strengthen international partnerships by adopting innovative strategies and solutions to address development challenges and rapid economic changes, ultimately shaping a better future for humanity.
This year marks ADFD's 10th anniversary as a strategic partner of the WGS. Over the past decade, ADFD has played a key role in fostering promising development and investment opportunities through international cooperation. It has leveraged its expertise in economic and development fields while significantly contributing to the growth of Emirati exports. The Fund's efforts have also enhanced economic and social stability in beneficiary countries, paving the way for a more sustainable future for current and future generations.
Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director-General of ADFD, highlighted the significance of their strategic partnership with the World Government Summit, which has spanned 10 years. During this time, ADFD worked collaboratively with local and international partners to achieve goals aimed at anticipating the future of governments. The partnership underscores a commitment to promoting comprehensive development and supporting global initiatives for a more prosperous and sustainable future.
Al Suwaidi noted ADFD's achievements over the past year, particularly in supporting the UAE's foreign development aid policy. The Fund expanded its development and investment activities to 107 countries, with total funding reaching approximately AED229 billion. These funds were allocated to strategic projects across vital sectors, enabling governments to achieve their national development goals.
He also emphasized ADFD's commitment to strengthening the UAE's national economy. The Fund has doubled efforts to develop the national economy by supporting the private sector and strengthening Emirati industries through the Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX), allocating approximately AED 10 billion to this strategic goal.
ADFD participated in a workshop titled 'The UAE in BRICS: Shaping Global Trade and International Interconnectedness,' highlighting the integration efforts between the UAE and BRICS countries to achieve sustainable economic growth. The session discussed the role of BRICS in enhancing international cooperation and achieving sustainable development through coordination among its members.
ADFD held bilateral meetings with delegations from participating countries, exploring new opportunities to support priority development and investment projects. The discussions aimed to strengthen cooperation on sustainable development initiatives and explore innovative financing solutions.
The Fund's delegation actively engaged in panel discussions and workshops addressing global issues, including climate change, renewable energy transition, and water and food security. These sessions showcased successful experiences and technologies, particularly in artificial intelligence, contributing to sustainable development worldwide.
ADFD remains committed to supporting the strategic goals of developing countries, focusing on sustainability. This approach aligns with the UAE's vision of strengthening international cooperation, fueling economic growth, and building a more prosperous and sustainable future for coming generations.
This year's summit convened over 30 heads of state and government, more than 80 international and regional organizations, and 140 government delegations. Its agenda featured 21 global forums exploring future trends and transformations, over 200 interactive sessions with more than 300 prominent speakers, and over 30 ministerial meetings attended by more than 400 ministers.