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Dubai Hosts Global Sports Summit, Shaping Future of International Athletics

Dubai recently hosted the inaugural World Sports Summit, gathering over 1,500 sports leaders from 50 countries. The event focused on critical themes like investment, digital transformation, and sport's role in sustainable development. Key outcomes included aligning global perspectives on AI in sports and launching international sustainability initiatives. The summit reinforces Dubai's strategic shift from merely hosting events to actively shaping the global sports agenda.

Key Points: Dubai World Sports Summit Unites Leaders on Future of Sport

  • Global hub for sports decision-making
  • Focus on AI and digital transformation
  • Strengthening cross-border investment
  • Launching sustainability initiatives
  • Aligning with Dubai 2033 Sports Strategy
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Dubai leads global dialogue on future of sport

Dubai's World Sports Summit brought together 1,500 global leaders to shape sports investment, AI, governance, and sustainability, cementing the UAE's strategic role.

"Uniting the World Through Sport - Summit Theme"

Dubai, January 11

Dubai recently hosted the World Sports Summit, reinforcing the UAE's position as a global hub for sports decision-making and future strategy, moving beyond event hosting to shaping the international sports agenda.

Held on December 29-30 under the theme "Uniting the World Through Sport," the summit brought together more than 1,500 sports leaders and decision-makers from around 50 countries at Madinat Jumeirah. Discussions focused on sports investment, digital transformation, governance, community empowerment, and sport's role in sustainable development.

Key outcomes included aligning global perspectives on the use of artificial intelligence and technology in sports performance and management, strengthening cross-border investment partnerships, and launching international initiatives supporting creativity and sustainability in the sports industry--further cementing Dubai's role as a global center for innovation and expertise.

Launched in 2025 as an annual platform aligned with the Dubai Sports Sector Strategic Plan 2033the summit aims to contribute to international sports policymaking and position sport as a key economic and knowledge driver.

The inaugural edition also featured the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Sports Award and the signing of strategic partnerships to advance innovation, investment, and infrastructure across the sector.

- ANI

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Priya S
"Uniting the World Through Sport" is a powerful theme. In a world with so much division, sports can be a great unifier. Hope the discussions on community empowerment translate to real programs that benefit youth in developing nations, including here in India.
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Rohit P
Impressive scale - 1500 leaders from 50 countries. Dubai's vision is clear. While I appreciate the global dialogue, I hope future summits have a stronger representation and voice from the Global South. Our perspectives on sports investment and sustainability are crucial.
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Sarah B
The alignment with the Dubai 2033 plan shows serious long-term commitment. The sports industry is a huge economic driver. Other cities aiming to be sports hubs, maybe like some in India, should study this model of combining events with strategy and policymaking.
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Vikram M
Digital transformation in sports is key. From fan engagement to athlete performance analytics, there's so much scope. Indian startups in sports tech could find great partners at such forums. Hope our sports ministry is paying attention!
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Karthik V
Good initiative, but let's be real. These high-profile summits often lead to talk more than action on the ground. The real test is whether the "strategic partnerships" actually improve sports infrastructure and access for common people, not just elite circles.

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