Dubai, UAE — May 2026 — Economy Middle East has announced the return of its flagship economic event, the Economy Middle East Summit 2026, held in partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Market.
The third edition of the summit is set to cement its standing as a premier platform for development dialogue, bringing together a high-profile assembly of ministers, policymakers, senior investors, and private sector thought leaders to examine and anticipate current and future economic priorities.
According to the Emirates News Agency, the summit will be hosted at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi hotel on 21 May, under the theme “Tomorrow’s Economy: UAE Stands Stronger.” More than 1,500 participants are expected to attend, alongside a distinguished lineup of speakers drawn from key decision-making circles across the public and private sectors.
Building on the successes of its two previous editions, this year’s summit will tackle substantive topics across a range of strategic sectors, including the broader economy, investment and trade, banking and finance, digital assets, artificial intelligence and technology, energy, real estate, and mobility.
The programme will shine a spotlight on the key drivers powering the UAE’s next phase of growth — from strengthening economic resilience in the face of global shifts, to accelerating digital transformation and building advanced AI infrastructure.
It will also explore the future of the financial sector, autonomous mobility technologies, and sustainable energy solutions. Through ministerial opening addresses, expert panels, and interactive discussions, the summit aims to translate strategic insights into actionable and productive pathways.
