Day 2 #SpecialMeeting24: Key insights and what to know
The World Economic Forum's Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development takes place in Saudi Arabia from 28-29 April 2024.
Gayle Markovitz
April 28, 2024
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Dozens of energy ministers are gathering at the #SpecialMeeting24. Here’s what they're saying
Energy ministers from around the world are gathering for the World Economic Forum’s Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development. Here's what they're saying.
Spencer Feingold
April 28, 2024
The future of learning: How AI is revolutionizing education 4.0
AI is revolutionizing education 4.0, enhancing human-led teaching, promoting equity and preparing students to use and innovate with AI for future work.
Tanya Milberg
April 28, 2024
A new economic partnership is emerging between Africa and the Gulf states
In the last 10 years the GCC has invested over $100 billion in Africa. This new economic partnership continues to grow — and is proving a win for both blocs.
Chido Munyati
April 28, 2024
The climate crisis and growing populations are straining global food security. But AI and agritech services can positively impact more than half a billion farmers.
Pooja Chhabria and Michelle Meineke
April 28, 2024
These 5 megatrends will shape the Gulf and beyond over the next 25 years
Today, decades since the UAE's oil discovery changed the Gulf's fortunes, these five megatrends herald another economic renaissance in the Gulf and beyond.
Ahmed Galal Ismail
April 28, 2024
Middle-power leadership is moving the global agenda forward. Here's how
Middle powers are not global superpowers but are playing an outsized role in moving the global agenda forward thanks to their inclusive approach.
Børge Brende
April 28, 2024
Towards a Saudi blueprint for a robust quantum economy
The quantum economy holds great promise in fields ranging from healthcare to energy and beyond. Here's how we ensure that potential is realized equitably.
Jeremy Jurgens, Basma AlBuhairan and Arunima Sarkar
April 28, 2024
Electric vehicles are key to the energy transition - but the switch must be sustainable. Here's why
OPINION: Switching to electric vehicles is undoubtedly key to the climate transition — but as demand slows, a foot on the brake pedal may not be a bad thing.
Lisa Donahue and Vance Scott
April 28, 2024
A global energy transition is necessary to curb the climate crisis and mitigate the stark disparities in energy access around the world.
Spencer Feingold
April 28, 2024
Why a multi-fuel infrastructure network is key to transport and heavy industry’s energy transition
Embracing a multi-fuel future needs more than just new energy sources – it needs resilient digital and physical infrastructure. Developing a networked infrastructure of port-anchored industrial clusters will be key for the transition.
Margi Van Gogh and Jörgen Sandström
April 28, 2024
The cybersecurity industry has an urgent talent shortage. Here’s how to plug the gap
Two-thirds of organizations face cybersecurity risks because of skills shortages. A new white paper outlines steps companies can take to attract talent.
Michelle Meineke
April 28, 2024
Day 1 #SpecialMeeting24: Key insights and what just happened
The World Economic Forum's Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development takes place in Saudi Arabia from 28-29 April 2024.
Gayle Markovitz
April 27, 2024
#SpecialMeeting24: What to know about the programme and who's coming
This year's #SpecialMeeting24 convenes leaders from diverse spheres to discuss Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development.
Mirek Dušek and Maroun Kairouz
April 27, 2024