The ninth edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) forum is underway in Riyadh, gathering the world’s most influential leaders in finance, policy, and technology under the theme “The Key to Prosperity.” Hosted at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, this premier global event serves as a critical platform for tackling the world’s most pressing economic challenges and unlocking new avenues for growth, making it an essential event for founders, VCs, and tech professionals in the MENA region.
Event Details
- What: Global Investment Forum
- When: Late October (concluding October 30th)
- Where: King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Focus Areas: Global Economy, AI & Robotics, Geopolitical Challenges, Sustainable Development, Vision 2030
About The Event
The Future Investment Initiative, powered by the FII Institute, has rapidly evolved into one of the world’s most significant platforms for economic discourse and deal-making. Since its inception less than a decade ago, the initiative has facilitated over $250 billion in deals, bringing together decision-makers to create tangible global impact. Its mission is to foster collaboration between governments and the private sector to navigate complex economic transformations and build a more inclusive and prosperous future for all.
What to Expect
- High-Level Dialogues: Engage in critical conversations on the global economy, the transformative impact of AI and robotics on productivity, geopolitical shifts, and the demographic changes reshaping the future workforce.
- Major Deal Announcements: Witness the unveiling of billions of dollars in investments and strategic partnerships across technology, advanced manufacturing, tourism, and sustainable energy.
- Insights from Global Titans: Hear directly from the leaders shaping global markets, with keynotes and panels featuring the heads of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, corporations, and financial institutions.
- Spotlight on Vision 2030: Gain firsthand insight into Saudi Arabia’s monumental economic transformation, recognized as a new global benchmark, and discover opportunities within its giga-projects and diversifying economy.
Featured Speakers
- Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) & Chairman of the FII Institute
- Khalid Al-Falih, Saudi Minister of Investment
- Amin Nasser, President & CEO of Aramco
- Lubna Olayan, Chair of the Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB)
- Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock
Key Themes and Announcements
The forum is already a hotbed for major announcements reflecting the Kingdom’s dynamic economic landscape. Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih revealed that foreign direct investment has quadrupled since the launch of Vision 2030, with 90% now directed toward non-oil sectors. Meanwhile, Aramco announced it is injecting an additional $2 billion into its tech arm, Aramco Digital, to accelerate its AI and digital transformation. Highlighting the growing global confidence, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink noted the massive international interest in Saudi assets, while Lubna Olayan underscored the immense opportunities in the Kingdom’s booming real estate and renewable energy sectors.
About The Organizers
The FII Institute is a global non-profit foundation with an investment arm and one agenda: Impact on Humanity. The Institute is dedicated to turning ideas into real-world solutions by fostering international collaboration, dialogue, and innovation to address society’s most pressing challenges.
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