Jordan's Queen Rania to speak at Global Business Summit

At the two-day ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 later this week, one of the distinguished speakers will be Queen Rania Al Abdullah of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

A globally respected voice on education, women's empowerment and social development, Queen Rania brings a distinctive leadership perspective on inclusive growth, human capital and building resilient societies in an era of rapid global change.

A committed humanitarian, she champions tolerance and empathy across cultures, promotes cross-cultural dialogue, advocates for refugee rights, and pushes for solutions to some of the world's most pressing challenges. She has been an influential global voice in challenging stereotypes about Arabs and Muslims, while fostering greater understanding between diverse communities.


Through her board roles, she contributes to the work of the United Nations Foundation and the World Economic Forum. She is UNICEF's first Eminent Advocate for Children and serves as Global Co-Chair of the World Economic Forum's Giving to Amplify Earth Action (GAEA) initiative.

In recognition of her contributions, Queen Rania has received numerous honours, including the Foreign Press Association's Humanitarian Award, the Atlantic Council Global Citizen Award, and the Path to Peace Award, which she received jointly with King Abdullah II.