Dubai to Host Third Edition of Dubai Future Forum, Welcoming 2,500 Global Experts

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the Dubai Future Forum will return for its third edition at the Museum of the Future on November 19-20, 2024.

Organized by the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), this premier event is set to gather over 2,500 futurists and industry experts from approximately 100 countries, representing around 100 leading foresight institutions worldwide.

His Excellency Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Managing Director of DFF, emphasized the forum's role in reshaping perceptions of the future. He noted,

“The Dubai Future Forum initiates meaningful global dialogues that bring to the forefront the perspectives, opinions, and insights of leading experts.”

The forum aims to address global challenges, identify opportunities, and propose strategies for future advancements.

This year’s sessions will focus on five overarching themes: Futuring Nature, Empowering Generations, Transforming Humanity, Optimizing Health, and Foresight Insights. Attendees can expect around 70 panel discussions, keynote addresses, and workshops featuring over 150 speakers, including prominent ministers, CEOs, and futurists.

Additionally, the forum will showcase 100 experimental projects through the Dubai Future Solutions initiative, supported by a strategic partnership with the Hussain Sajwani – DAMAC Foundation, which has allocated AED 100 million for innovation.

In a bid to enhance public engagement, the forum will introduce a series of cultural and artistic activities across the city, including workshops and a “Future of Food” event at BOCA Restaurant. The Dubai Future Forum continues to establish Dubai as a global hub for innovation and a nurturing ground for future thinkers.

News Source: Dubai Media Office