The inaugural Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit will take place from 22nd October 2025, at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED).
Global, regional, and international leaders from government, business, finance, civil society, media, culture, and academia will gather at the Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit to engage in high-level dialogue, address pressing global challenges, share innovative solutions, and explore collaborative opportunities for a more sustainable and inclusive future.
As part of its ongoing efforts to drive economic growth and diversification, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) is collaborating with leading organizations to establish platforms that encourage dialogue, exchange insights, and shape innovative solutions for the future.
Its partnership with the Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit underscores ADDED’s dedication to enhancing Abu Dhabi’s position as an emerging global economic hub and a premier destination for talent, investment, and forward-thinking businesses.
The inaugural Reuters NEXT Gulf summit will bring together more than 500 global leaders, innovators, and CEOs in Abu Dhabi to examine the challenges shaping business, society and the world. The agenda spans six core themes: geopolitics, economy and markets, banking and finance, technology and AI, climate and sustainability, and business leadership.
Curated by Reuters’ award-winning journalists in line with the Thomson Reuters Trust Principles of independence, accuracy and freedom from bias, the Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit will offer the region access to a premier gathering of leading minds from across the Gulf and the world.
Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi Chairman – ADDED
“We are pleased to welcome global leaders, decision-makers, innovators, senior executives, and media to the first edition of Reuters NEXT Gulf in Abu Dhabi, as we believe open dialogues between key stakeholders are essential to address mounting challenges faced by the international community. In a world characterized by rapid and giga changes, this prestigious event provides a unique opportunity for the global economy’s shapers and movers to lead constructive conversations, devise innovative solutions, and build partnerships to seize opportunities and enrich lives across the globe.”
Al Zaabi further said that, ‘’Our Falcon Economy is guiding the next phase of economic development, futureproofing our economy, building world-class hubs for financial services, advanced manufacturing, AI, trade and logistics, and new energy, and enabling all to reach their full potential. As part of this transformation, we are deepening bonds with key economic powerhouses and leading conversations on vital topics influencing our current and shaping our future.”
Paul Bascobert, President of Reuters, noted that, “Since 1851, Reuters has been steadfast in its commitment to delivering the truth. In an era rife with misinformation, fulfilling that promise, and equipping leaders with trusted, unbiased, agenda‑free insights are essential to addressing the world’s most pressing challenges. Bringing Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit to the Gulf will provide professionals across the Middle East with a vital forum to access the insights they need to make informed decisions, ignite meaningful change and help build a better tomorrow.”
Since its inception in 2019, Reuters NEXT has evolved into a premier invite-only forum that brings together Heads of State, Ministers, and top-tier executives from finance, technology, business, and government sectors.
Renowned for its high-level dialogue and thought leadership, the Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit provides a platform for influential decision-makers to address global challenges and shape future strategies. All sessions will be broadcast globally, reaching millions of viewers and amplifying the impact of the discussions far beyond the summit venue.
