The World Economic Forum will convene its Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Dalian, China, from June 23 to 25, 2026 [1, 2].
Commonly referred to as Summer Davos, the event serves as a critical junction for global leaders to coordinate the deployment of emerging technologies. The meeting aims to determine how breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and clean energy can be scaled to create sustainable jobs, and strengthen global economies [1, 2].
More than 1,700 participants are expected to attend the gathering at the Dalian International Conference Center in Liaoning Province [2, 3]. The attendee list includes representatives from business, government, science, academia, and civil society [1, 2].
Under the official theme of "Innovating at Scale" [2], the forum will address the most pressing challenges currently shaping the rapidly transforming world economy [2]. Discussions will focus on moving these technologies from theoretical or small-scale applications into broad economic drivers [1, 2].
The event comes as nations grapple with the economic disruptions caused by automation and the urgent need for energy transitions. By bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders, the forum seeks to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and industrial implementation [1, 2].
“The meeting aims to determine how breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and clean energy can be scaled”
The focus on 'Innovating at Scale' suggests a shift in global priority from the mere discovery of new technologies to the logistical and economic challenge of mass implementation. By centering the event in Dalian, the WEF emphasizes China's role as a primary hub for industrial scaling and a key player in the transition toward a biotech and AI-driven global economy.
