Summer Davos 2026 Set to Convene Global Leaders in China
DALIAN, CHINA — Global leaders, business executives, innovators and policymakers will converge in Dalian, China, from June 23 to 25, 2026, for the Annual Meeting of the New Champions, widely known as the “Summer Davos.”
The high-profile gathering, organized by the World Economic Forum, is expected to serve as a platform for discussions on the future of economic growth, technological innovation and sustainable development amid evolving global challenges.
This year’s meeting will bring together influential voices from government, industry, academia and civil society to examine how innovation and emerging technologies can unlock new opportunities and drive economic transformation across regions.
According to organizers, discussions will focus on several critical themes shaping the global economy. These include changing trade dynamics and industrial realities, China’s economic outlook, practical applications of emerging technologies, employment opportunities for younger generations, and the transition toward cleaner energy and climate resilience.
Participants are expected to explore how businesses and governments can adapt to shifting global supply chains, harness advances in artificial intelligence and other breakthrough technologies, and foster inclusive growth in an increasingly interconnected world.
The event comes at a time when economies worldwide are navigating geopolitical uncertainties, rapid technological change and growing pressure to meet climate commitments while sustaining economic development.
As one of the world’s most influential economic forums, the Annual Meeting of the New Champions has become a key venue for dialogue on innovation, entrepreneurship and the future of global growth, particularly among emerging economies and fast-growing industries.
Observers say the outcomes of the Dalian meeting could help shape policy discussions and business strategies in the months ahead, as stakeholders seek solutions to some of the most pressing economic and technological challenges facing the world today.
