Themed “The New Compass,” the seventh edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) forum is scheduled to take place in Riyadh on Oct. 24 -26.
The event will see the participation and presence of global leaders, major industrial companies, investors, innovators, and policymakers.
More than 5,000 individuals from 90 countries have registered to attend the forum, which will feature over 500 speakers.
The ongoing conflict between Israelis and Hamas has not significantly affected the preparations for the forum.
Richard Attias, CEO of the FII Institute, had affirmed that the forum is proceeding as planned.
During a virtual press conference held days before this international event, Attias noted that the news about the conflict in the Middle East is distressing and underscores the importance of leaders and policymakers coming together to address the global challenges facing humanity.
Attias explained that this year’s edition of the forum is titled “The New Compass,” serving as a symbol for guidance.
It is essential for the FII community to come together to redesign a new compass, as it is a tool for navigation and inspiration, added Attias.
He revealed that more than 250 decision-makers from China, not only from state-owned enterprises but also from the private sector, especially in the technology industry, will be coming to Riyadh.
Moreover, top industry leaders from Latin America, Asia, and Africa will discuss emissions trading policies in preparation for the “COP 28” summit.
Speakers at the conference will discuss the positive impact of carbon trading on climate change, the sovereignty of carbon credits in the global South, and the role of Islamic finance in accelerating green market development.
