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SUMMARY:Private Dinner Discussion Davos\, Switzerland
DESCRIPTION:On 18 January 2026\, Chairman M. Shafik Gabr\, Founder of the Shafik Gabr Foundation\, welcomed a distinguished group of global leaders and experts to a private dinner discussion in Davos\, hosted by the Foundation. Held under Chatham House Rules\, the evening brought together international experts from the fields of politics\, business\, security\, economics\, media\, technology\, diplomacy\, international affairs\, and arts; gathered to share perspectives and forecasts on the year ahead\, engaging in a thoughtful\, candid\, and forward-looking exchange. \nThe dinner took place at the Central Sporthotel in Davos\, Switzerland\, and brought together a highly selected group\, including Mr. Michael Kasbar\, the Chief Executive Officer of World Kinect Corporation\, Mr. Sandy Climan\, Founder and CEO of Entertainment Media Ventures\, Inc. (EMV)\, Mr. Michael Stirling\, CEO and Chairman of the Investment Board at Stirling Infrastructure Partners\, Ms. Irene Vanteraki\, Investment Director & International Affairs Strategist\, Mr. Rainer Schorr\, Co-Founder\, Chairman & Main Shareholder at Standard Land\, Dr. Frank-Jürgen Richter\, Chairman of Horasis – The Global Visions Community\, and HE. Katrin Eggenberger\, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs\, Education and Sport of Liechtenstein. \nThese discussions reflected the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to bridging knowledge and addressing global challenges through open conversation and cross-sectoral exchange. \nReferencing the increasing levels of conflict worldwide\, M. Shafik Gabr opened the discussion by emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong interpersonal networks and sustained face-to-face engagement across national\, geopolitical\, and cultural divides. He underscored the Foundation’s role in cultivating a trusted community of international leaders\, where mutual understanding and collaboration can translate into tangible social and political outcomes. \nDuring the discussion\, a question was posed to the group: “How many believe 2026 will be better than 2025?” Only a small minority raised their hands\, reflecting a prevailing sense of global uncertainty. \nParticipants were then invited to reflect on a series of broader questions\, summarized below without attribution\, highlighting shared concerns and expectations for the year ahead. \n \nParticipants expressed concern that insufficient political will continues to hinder meaningful progress in resolving global conflicts and reducing the risk of further escalation. Many felt that this lack of political resolve is likely to persist throughout 2026. \nDespite differing political perspectives\, there was broad consensus that courage\, wisdom\, determination\, empathy negotiation\, and sustained dialogue are essential to improving global conditions. However\, in the absence of effective global leadership\, many guests expressed skepticism that such progress would be realized in this year. \nThe majority of attendees emphasized their desire to find common ground and articulated shared aspirations\, including progress toward just and sustainable solution for a Palestinian state\, peace between Ukraine and Russia\, constructive alternatives to economic decoupling with China\, lower interest rates\, and a safer\, more stable world for future generations. Nonetheless\, most participants felt that these outcomes are unlikely to be achieved in 2026. \nThe evening concluded with a discussion on technology as a key tipping point for future advancement\, with particular focus on artificial intelligence and its dual impact on emerging generations and the transformation of global industries.
URL:https://www.east.mystaging.online/event/private-dinner-discussion-davos-switzerland/
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SUMMARY:Fellows Dinner at iRicchi Washington\, D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Chairman Gabr convened Gabr Fellows for a candid discussion on artificial intelligence\, democratic governance\, women’s economic leadership\, and the Foundation’s strategic direction. The group aligned on a Fellowship Reunion in early October 2026\, endorsed a quarterly Speaker Series\, and discussed Singapore as a potential new East–West Dialogue hub.
URL:https://www.east.mystaging.online/event/fellows-dinner-at-iricchi-washington-d-c/
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SUMMARY:Expecting the Unexpected 2026 & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:On 19 January 2026\, Chairman M. Shafik Gabr\, Founder of the Shafik Gabr Foundation\, welcomed an exceptional group of international leaders\, royal families\, former presidents\, Members of the U.S. Congress\, Ministers\, Ambassadors\, think tank leaders\, business tech leaders\, and senior government officials from across 33 countries to the Foundation’s Annual Davos Opening Dinner\, Expecting The Unexpected 2026 & Beyond. Held under Chatham House Rule\, the discussion emphasised what is most likely to define the year ahead\, as uncertainty becomes a feature of the new global order. Across themes of geopolitical realignment\, economic rebalancing\, accelerating technological capability\, and intensified pressure on governance systems\, participants converged on the expectation that resilience will increasingly depend on diversification\, institutional agility\, and adaptive strategic thinking as 2026 unfolds. \n \n\n\nFoundation Vision: Building Bridges Between East & West\nChairman Gabr reaffirmed the Foundation’s mission to build bridges between East and West through sustained dialogue and people-to-people exchange. He emphasised the Foundation’s impact: advancing education\, healthcare\, and social initiatives in Egypt while strengthening dialogue and mutual understanding between the East and the West. He further highlighted how perceptions\, stereotypes\, and media narratives can deepen divisions and harden misunderstandings across societies. \n\n\nHealthcare & AI\n– One of the most significant potential economic risks identified was the double-edged nature of AI. – AI-driven advances are expected to reshape healthcare at a pace that will exceed system readiness\, as delivery models are likely to remain constrained by outdated infrastructure and fragmented databases. – Governments are therefore expected to confront increasingly complex decisions around modernisation\, regulation\, and investment\, as the next phase of technological development shifts from experimentation toward scaled implementation. \n\n\nGlobal Economy & Investment\n– Investors are expected to remain focused on rebalancing and diversification amid shifting global conditions. – While near-term momentum may persist in certain markets\, guests assessed an increased likelihood of volatility and a sustained higher cost of capital as defining conditions ahead. \n\n\nGeopolitics & Global Governance\n– Diplomacy and sustained dialogue are predicted to be essential tools for reducing escalated risks and preventing miscalculation in an increasingly fragmented international environment. – Participants broadly agreed that there is no short-term horizon for resolution across today’s major flashpoints; the year ahead is expected to be shaped by prolonged negotiation\, strategic patience\, and incremental shifts rather than decisive breakthroughs. \n\n\nMiddle East & Regional Stability\n– The region is expected to move through a high-stakes phase in which stability becomes the primary objective\, requiring not only political agreements\, but governance capacity and sustained delivery. – De-escalation efforts must focus on stopping active wars and reducing the risk of spillover\, particularly in relation to Palestine–Israel\, and ongoing instability in Libya\, Syria\, and the humanitarian crisis in Sudan. \n\n\nRussia–Ukraine & China\n– The conflict is expected to remain unresolved\, with continued humanitarian cost and limited near-term pathways to a durable settlement. – China is expected to continue strengthening its economic and military capabilities\, reinforcing its central role in global markets\, supply chains\, and strategic competition. – A direct war scenario across the Taiwan strait is not expected in the near future\, with stability likely maintained through deterrence\, economic interdependence\, and careful management of escalation risks. \n\n\nConclusion\nThe coming period is likely to remain defined by instability and strategic uncertainty. Political fragmentation\, economic volatility\, and persistent geopolitical rivalries\, particularly between the United States and its allies\, suggest that tensions will endure without meaningful short-term resolution. At the same time\, the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence will begin to reshape economies\, governance\, and societies. The contrast between rapid innovation and ongoing conflicts highlights a key paradox of our time: while technology is advancing quickly\, our collective commitment to peace and shared prosperity is still lacking.
URL:https://www.east.mystaging.online/event/expecting-the-unexpected-2026-beyond/
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