FII’s Flagship Forum Kicks Off in Riyadh

Preparations underway in Riyadh for the Future Investment Initiative forum, which kicks off on Tuesday (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Preparations underway in Riyadh for the Future Investment Initiative forum, which kicks off on Tuesday (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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FII’s Flagship Forum Kicks Off in Riyadh

Preparations underway in Riyadh for the Future Investment Initiative forum, which kicks off on Tuesday (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Preparations underway in Riyadh for the Future Investment Initiative forum, which kicks off on Tuesday (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Financial and investment leaders from around the world have gathered in Riyadh for the annual Future Investment Initiative (FII) forum, which will shed light on topics of international concern.

More than 6,000 global business chiefs, policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs will participate in the event themed “Investing in Humanity: Enabling a New Global Order.”

Over three days, with more than 500 international speakers, the conference will host 180 sessions by global leaders from different sectors. These sessions will address the most pressing economic questions of our time to shape the future of the global economy.

The FII forum has gained momentum from its international presence in its past editions, which contributed to the formation of many ideas and solutions to the challenges the world is currently facing.

The first day will feature a discussion by a group of Nobel laureates which will try to find sustainable solutions for meeting the global population's basic needs.

Sessions at the forum will talk about the challenges brought on by the new global order, as well as the opportunities that arise from it, such as creating an economic system that improves the quality of life for citizens around the world.

In addition, the first summit at the conference will be held on the first day under the theme “Clash of Generations.”

It is expected that the forum, taking place from Oct. 25-27 in Riyadh, will witness the announcement of agreements and partnerships.

This international gathering in the Saudi capital comes at a time when the world is witnessing many challenges.

“Our way to the New Global Order is filled with unprecedented challenges, which is why the timing and theme of this year's FII is of upmost importance and relevance,” commented Richard Attias, CEO of the FII Institute.

“In its 6th Edition, FII focuses on Investing in Humanity – a call to action that is desperately needed in a time in which supply shocks, inflation, a global energy crisis, and geopolitical conflicts present deep challenges,” he added.



Macron Meets with Saudi Businessmen to Promote Bilateral Investments

Macron met on Saturday with a group of Saudi businessmen (X)
Macron met on Saturday with a group of Saudi businessmen (X)
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Macron Meets with Saudi Businessmen to Promote Bilateral Investments

Macron met on Saturday with a group of Saudi businessmen (X)
Macron met on Saturday with a group of Saudi businessmen (X)

French President Emmanuel Macron held an extensive discussion session with a group of prominent Saudi business leaders, in the presence of Saudi Minister of Investment Eng. Khalid Al-Falih with the aim to foster and expand mutual investments between the two countries.

In remarks on X, Al-Falih said Saturday that during his visit to France, he participated in a workshop for the Global Green Neighborliness Initiative and held meetings with CEOs of major French companies to stimulate and enhance joint investments.

Additionally, Al-Falih met with France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, who hosted a reception for Saudi and French companies.

In a separate meeting of the Saudi-French Ministerial Committee for the Development of AlUla, Al-Falih, along with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, reviewed the progress and achievements of the Royal Commission for AlUla.

The commission aims to position this unique site as a global destination for investments in tourism and cultural heritage.