Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, reviewed final preparations for the inaugural World Sports Summit during a meeting of the council’s board of directors, according to officials.
The summit, organised by the Dubai Sports Council under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, crown prince of Dubai, will be held at Madinat Jumeirah on Dec. 29 and 30 under the theme “Uniting the World Through Sports.” Organisers expect more than 1,500 participants, including international athletes, sports executives, federation officials and decision-makers.
At the meeting, Sheikh Mansoor said the summit reflects Dubai’s broader strategy of hosting international platforms focused on global cooperation and future development, adding that the event aims to position sport as a tool for dialogue, development and cross-border collaboration.
The meeting was attended by Khalfan Belhoul, vice chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, along with board members Ali Al Mutawa, Ahmed Al Khaja, Ismail Al Hashemi and Saeed Hareb, the council’s secretary general.
Officials said the summit will address key issues facing the sports sector, including governance, professional management, athlete development, infrastructure, talent identification and the use of artificial intelligence. Sheikh Mansoor also reviewed organisational arrangements and confirmed that logistical preparations, including reception plans for speakers and guests, have been completed.
Photo credits: Government of Dubai Media Office
Alexander Agafiev Macambira is former tech contributing writer for Forbes Monaco.
