Reuters announced today the launch of Reuters NEXT Gulf, bringing its definitive annual live leadership summit to Abu Dhabi in October 2025. Reuters NEXT Gulf is set to convene global and local leaders from business, government, NGOs, civil society, media, culture, and academia in Abu Dhabi to tackle the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing society, business and the world at large. Curated by Reuters award-winning journalists in accordance with the Thomson Reuters Trust Principles of independence, accuracy and freedom from bias, the event will provide the region with access to the ultimate gathering of leading minds across the Gulf and around the world.
In this time of vast political, financial, social and technological change, it is critical to understand global leaders’ next steps. Bringing Reuters NEXT to Abu Dhabi provides a stage for thought leaders in the region to discuss the biggest issues facing our world from different perspectives, fueled by passion, experience and expertise. The event will bring Reuters uniquely curated live journalism to the Reuters NEXT Gulf audience, delivering an unmatched agenda that will power conversations to more clearly understand our world.
“Building strong leadership is crucial to tackling the biggest challenges the world is facing, from financial instability to challenged economies to fractured geopolitics,” said Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni. “Reuters NEXT Gulf will provide a forum for leaders to gain the insights they need to make decisions that will ignite real change and build a better tomorrow for generations to come.”
“The launch of Reuters NEXT Gulf marks a significant investment by Reuters to expand in this important region,” said Josh London, Head of Reuters Professional. “Bringing Reuters NEXT to the Gulf provides professionals in the Middle East with the platform to tackle critical challenges on a stage that reaches millions worldwide. That, along with additional investments in a new Arabic website and the launch of subscriptions in the region, opens an exciting new market for the Reuters Professional business.”
Reuters NEXT Gulf draws on the strength of Reuters more than 2,600 journalists around the world to provide an unrivalled platform for professionals to gain the insights they need to succeed. The event will examine six core themes: Geopolitics, Economy & Markets, Banking & Finance, Technology & AI, Climate & Sustainability, and Leadership Through Change. The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development is the host city partner of Reuters NEXT Gulf.
Reuters NEXT is produced by Reuters Events and powered by Reuters award-winning newsroom. Reuters Events was created in October 2019 after Thomson Reuters acquired FC Business Intelligence. It delivers high-end conferences and exhibitions to diverse sectors including energy, insurance, pharmaceuticals, transportation, travel, strategy, and technology. Its offerings help senior business professionals stay at the forefront of change through insight-sharing and networking with peers.
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