PwC Middle East Unveils Strategic Insights at WGS 2025
PwC Middle East has launched four strategic papers at the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025, alongside the second edition of its Global Ministers Survey.
The initiatives address key global challenges, including transforming healthcare, protecting $58 trillion in biodiversity assets, and strengthening international trade networks.
Building on its decade-long partnership with WGS, PwC continues to drive government innovation through knowledge-sharing initiatives and the prestigious Best Minister Award, which honors excellence in public service.
Hani Ashkar, PwC Middle East Senior Partner, emphasized the firm's role in shaping forward-looking policies. 'Our partnership with WGS has been instrumental in modernizing government services and fostering innovation across multiple sectors,'
he said.
At the summit, PwC's Global Chairman, Mohamed Kande, led a fireside chat titled "Three Disruptions Transforming Society and Redefining Leadership." The discussion explored how governments, businesses, and citizens can collaborate in the Intelligent Age, addressing digital advancements, industry transformations, and economic sustainability.
PwC's strategic papers unveiled at WGS 2025 include: Transitioning to Value-Based Care: Advocating sustainable healthcare models amid rising costs.
Advocating sustainable healthcare models amid rising costs. Can Financial Innovation Save The Planet's Biodiversity? Highlighting the $700 billion annual biodiversity funding gap.
Highlighting the $700 billion annual biodiversity funding gap. Building Resilience With Innovation to Tackle the Climate Emergency: Exploring digital solutions for climate challenges.
Exploring digital solutions for climate challenges. How to Secure the Middle East's Global Trade and Logistics Advantage: Analyzing the region's role in global trade, with 12% of trade passing through the Red Sea.
Rami Nazer, PwC's EMEA Government & Public Sector Leader, reaffirmed the firm's commitment to public sector transformation. 'Our thought leadership spans crucial topics, ensuring governments are equipped to drive positive change,'
he stated.
WGS 2025, now in its 12th edition, continues to serve as a leading platform for global governance and innovation, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts to shape a sustainable future.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
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