With the subject “Infinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow,” the eighth Future Investment Initiative (FII) will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from October 29 to October 31. The purpose of the event is to promote conversations about the opportunities and difficulties in the global financial environment.
Record Participation and Anticipated Announcements
Richard Attias, CEO of the FII Institute, announced that deals totaling $28 billion are expected to be unveiled during the event. This year’s gathering has attracted 7,100 participants from around the globe, surpassing last year’s attendance by 1,000 individuals.
Since its inception in 2017, the FII Institute has hosted annual events that have become key fixtures in the financial sector, positioning itself as a critical platform for dialogue and investment.
Diverse Range of Topics and Speakers
This year’s FII will feature more than 500 speakers and will include over 200 sessions covering a wide array of topics such as economic stability, geopolitical tensions, and sustainable development. Attendees will include leaders from various sectors, including artificial intelligence, sustainability, energy, geoeconomics, and space.
The insights gathered from the conference are expected to contribute significantly to the global dialogue, particularly in light of the recent UN General Assembly and the upcoming U.S. presidential elections.
Supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
The FII is a key initiative of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, designed to align with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 strategy, which aims to transform Saudi Arabia into a global business hub. The events organized by the FII Institute are essential to the Kingdom’s aspirations for growth in finance and investment.
This year’s conference is poised to encourage attendees to transcend traditional boundaries and explore innovative investment opportunities. The organization emphasizes the need for a new mindset among leaders, focusing on breaking free from past limitations to harness innovation and drive economic growth.
Keynote Addresses and Themes
The first day of the conference will emphasize the strategies required to navigate challenges in an increasingly interconnected world. The opening ceremony will commence at 9:00 a.m. Saudi time, featuring welcome remarks from Attias. Notable speakers include Yasir Al-Rumayyan, governor of the Public Investment Fund, and Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Investment, Khalid Al-Falih, who will address the role of policymakers in creating a favorable regulatory environment amidst global economic shifts.
The Future Investment Initiative continues to be a pivotal event for shaping discussions around investment strategies that can address critical global challenges while promoting sustainable development and economic growth.
Read Also: Saudi Arabia Aims to Strengthen Global Supply Chain Role
