For the second consecutive year, the World Economic Forum and the Government of Dubai will host the Summit on the Global Agenda from 20 to 22 November 2009. The Summit will bring together over 700 council members of the most innovative and relevant minds from over 90 countries – leaders from academia, business, government and civil society – to address some of the most pressing issues on the global agenda. "Dubai provides the most convenient environment for effective exchange of ideas among global thought leaders” said Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar Properties, United Arab Emirates and Co-Chair of the Summit.