WEF Appoints Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan Al Nahyan as Executive Fellow of Global Future Leaders’ Science, Discovery, and Innovation Pillar
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has announced the appointment of Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan as the Executive Fellow of the Science, Discovery, and Innovation pillar. This appointment underscores Sheikha Shamma’s continued leadership and dedication to advancing foundations in scientific and technological progress, as well as her broader impact across sustainability and innovation domains.
Sheikha Shamma currently serves as Chairperson of several influential initiatives including Frontier25, The Climate Tribe, Aurora50, Alliance for Global Sustainability (AGS), and Reset MENA. Her multifaceted roles highlight a commitment to driving change at both regional and international levels, particularly in areas of environmental stewardship, technological discovery, and inclusive leadership.
The Science, Discovery, and Innovation pillar is one of six core themes at the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders (AMGFL26). This significant summit is scheduled from 13 to 15 October, representing a strategic partnership between the UAE Government and the World Economic Forum. The event will convene global leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore breakthrough innovations and discuss the future trajectory of global leadership.
The appointment of Sheikha Shamma is a pivotal step, reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to supporting visionary leaders who champion forward-thinking solutions and promote a culture of scientific excellence and innovation on the global stage.
Team V.4-LKDN-UAE
