Dominican Republic to host World Governments Summit Regional Dialogue again in 2026

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic will once again host the regional edition of the World Governments Summit (WGS), with the event scheduled for November 20-21, 2026, in Cap Cana. President Luis Abinader announced that the gathering is expected to attract nearly 400 participants, including heads of state, ministers, international organizations, and business leaders, reinforcing the country’s position as a regional hub for innovation and government modernization.

Abinader highlighted that this will be the second consecutive year the Dominican Republic hosts the WGS Regional Dialogue for Latin America and the Caribbean and only the second time the summit has been held outside Dubai. Industry and Commerce Minister Víctor “Ito” Bisonó said preparations are underway to invite government leaders from across the region to discuss key issues such as governance, technology, economic development, tourism, sustainability, and public-private partnerships.

Mohamed Al Sharhan, Managing Director of the World Governments Summit Organization, said the Dominican Republic was selected again because of its commitment to innovation and government transformation. He noted that the event strengthens ties between the Dominican Republic and the United Arab Emirates while positioning the country as a gateway for regional cooperation and knowledge exchange. The summit will take place at The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort and will feature plenary sessions, ministerial dialogues, and strategic discussions on the future of government and global challenges.