ADNOC Legal Advisor Appointed as Regulatory Compliance Chair at World Economic Forum

The World Economic Forum has appointed Marwan Najma, ADNOC's General Counsel, to chair its newly formed Regulatory Compliance Committee. This move highlights how the UAE is placing its nationals in key international positions while strengthening global cooperation on critical regulatory issues.

As committee chair, Najma will work with governments, businesses, civil society organizations, and academic institutions worldwide. His main job is to strengthen compliance frameworks and tackle regulatory challenges that affect economic sectors globally.

The appointment comes at a crucial time. Companies across industries are dealing with increasingly complex regulatory environments, from energy transitions to digital governance. Having someone with deep experience in the energy sector leading this effort makes sense, especially given the regulatory upheaval in energy markets.

"Thanks to the support and encouragement of ADNOC's executive management, our national talent continues to achieve successes that help cement the UAE's leading position globally," Najma said. He added that he looks forward to working with committee members to support efforts to enhance governance and compliance frameworks internationally.

The Regulatory Compliance Committee falls under the World Economic Forum's Regulatory Intelligence Committee umbrella. The committee was recently announced in Dubai, which isn't coincidental. The UAE has been positioning itself as a global hub for innovation and regulatory foresight.

For businesses and investors, this development signals the UAE's growing influence in shaping international regulatory standards. The country has been building its reputation as a bridge between East and West, and having its experts lead global regulatory discussions strengthens that position.

At ADNOC, Najma oversees legal affairs, governance, and compliance - areas that have become increasingly important as the energy sector faces rapid changes. The company has been working to provide energy supplies responsibly while adapting to new regulatory requirements around the world.

This appointment reflects a broader trend of Gulf states taking more active roles in global governance structures. As these countries diversify their economies and expand internationally, they're also seeking to influence the rules that govern global business.