Davos 2025: Collaboration for the Intelligent Age
The World Economic Forum 2025 theme “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age” highlighted complex global challenges, with discussions balancing techno-optimism and caution regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI), sustainability, and geopolitical tensions. While AI’s transformative potential was emphasized, concerns about its ethical implications and equitable access were also raised
The forum served as a platform for MENA countries to demonstrate their alignment with global priorities while addressing region-specific challenges, reinforcing their role as key stakeholders in shaping the intelligent age and navigating an era of rapid technological change and geopolitical fragmentation.
MENA countries showcased their economic diversification efforts and technological ambitions, with the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia highlighting initiatives such as Vision 2031 and Noor Abu Dhabi. However, the region faces persistent challenges such as reducing oil dependence and navigating geopolitical uncertainties.