Freetown, 16th January, 2026 – His Excellency Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, will join world leaders at the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland.
The high-profile gathering will bring together heads of government, business executives, civil society leaders, and academics to chart responses to pressing global challenges. This year’s call for bold collective action makes the meeting particularly significant amid shifting geopolitical and economic landscapes.
A central focus of the deliberations will be the sweeping transformation in technology, from artificial intelligence and quantum computing to next-generation biotechnology and energy systems. These innovations are reshaping industries, creating new engines of growth, and redefining how societies live and work.
Leaders are expected to explore strategies to ensure that such advances drive resilient and equitable progress, including expanding access across emerging markets, investing in workforce skills, and promoting sustainable solutions.
Under the theme A Spirit of Dialogue, the Davos meeting aims to provide an impartial platform for exchange of ideas at a time of global uncertainty, engage diverse voices to broaden perspectives, connect the dots across challenges to catalyze problem-solving and remain future-oriented, focusing on frontier innovation and actionable insights.
President Bio’s participation underscores Sierra Leone’s commitment to engaging in global conversations on innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth. His presence at Davos positions the nation within a broader dialogue on how emerging economies can harness technology and partnerships to drive development.
The Annual Meeting in Davos continues to be one of the world’s most influential platforms for shaping the future of finance, technology, and international cooperation.
