Dubai: The World Sports Summit has announced OMNIYAT, one of Dubai's ultra-luxury real estate developers, as the 'Official Partner' of its inaugural edition, set to take place from December 29th to 30th, 2025, at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. The event, held under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, will be organized under the theme 'Uniting the World Through Sport'.
According to Emirates News Agency, the partnership agreement was signed in the presence of Khalfan Belhoul, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, and Mahdi Amjad, Founder and Chairman of the OMNIYAT Group. Senior officials from the Dubai Sports Council and the World Sports Summit were also in attendance. The agreement was signed by Eisa Sharif Al Marzooqi, Lead of the World Sports Summit, and Peter Stephenson, Co-Managing Director of OMNIYAT.
Khalfan Belhoul expressed his excitement about hosting the Summit in partnership with OMNIYAT, highlighting the significance of the collaboration in bringing together leading athletes and decision-makers to Dubai. He emphasized the city's role as a hub where athletes and entrepreneurs come to realize their dreams and shape the future of sports.
Mahdi Amjad noted the importance of the partnership in promoting the power of sport to unite communities and create a lasting social impact. He emphasized OMNIYAT's commitment to supporting initiatives that extend beyond development and reinforce Dubai's position as a global hub for sport and leadership.
Eisa Sharif Al Marzooqi highlighted the commitment of the Dubai Sports Council and the World Sports Summit to building an integrated ecosystem that encourages investment opportunities and impactful experiences. He emphasized the importance of partnerships that connect sport with contemporary lifestyles and urban innovation.
Peter Stephenson reiterated OMNIYAT's support for the World Sports Summit, highlighting shared values around sport, wellbeing, and collaboration. He emphasized the importance of initiatives that bring together athletes and decision-makers to strengthen Dubai's role as a hub for international dialogue.
The World Sports Summit is poised to be a significant global gathering, featuring more than 70 global speakers and sports legends. Participants will include H.H. Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Nasser Al Khelaifi, Ronaldo Naz¡rio, Novak Djokovic, Ons Jabeur, Paolo Maldini, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Manny Pacquiao, Reggie Bush, and Nick Santonastasso, among others. Additional influential sports figures are expected to be announced later.