The global investment community is set to convene in Sharjah for the landmark World Investment Conference and Sharjah Investment Forum (WIC-SIF) 2025. Taking place from October 22-23, this powerful two-day event will bring together ministers, CEOs, VCs, founders, and policymakers to tackle today’s most pressing economic challenges and shape forward-looking strategies for a resilient and sustainable future. For the first time, Sharjah will host the prestigious conference, cementing its position as a strategic hub for innovation and cross-border collaboration.
Event Details
- What: Global Investment Forum on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
- When: October 22-23, 2025
- Where: Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre and SRTIP, Sharjah, UAE
- Focus Areas: Foreign Direct Investment, Sustainable Development, Startups & SMEs, AI in Investment, Economic Resilience
About The Event
Since 1996, the World Investment Conference (WIC) has been a premier global platform for dialogue on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). In 2025, it makes its historic debut in Sharjah, merging with the renowned Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF). Under the theme “Transforming Our World: Investing for a Resilient and Sustainable Future,” this fusion of two global platforms aims to strengthen public-private sector collaboration. The event will serve as a critical forum for shaping the global investment agenda, sharing best practices, and exploring concrete partnership opportunities in an increasingly dynamic world.
What to Expect
- High-Level Dialogue: Engage in plenary sessions, ministerial roundtables, and fireside chats on global economic trends, policy developments, and investment strategies.
- Strategic Networking: Connect with over 10,000 delegates, including government officials, global CEOs, and leading decision-makers through B2B consultations and dedicated networking activities.
- Global Exhibition: Explore investment opportunities and innovative projects from leading organizations, investment promotion agencies, and companies from the UAE and abroad.
- Founder-Focused Sessions: Gain invaluable insights from sessions specifically designed to explore how startups and SMEs can act as powerful catalysts for attracting FDI and driving innovation-led growth.
Key Themes and Sessions
- Startups and SMEs as FDI Catalysts: A dedicated session will explore how agile startups and SMEs are evolving from beneficiaries into strategic enablers of cross-border investment flows.
- AI and the Future of Investment: A forward-looking fireside chat will delve into how artificial intelligence is reshaping global investment strategies, risk assessment, and decision-making.
- Future-Proofing Economies: High-level panels will discuss strategies to build economic resilience, turning global challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth and shared prosperity.
- Creating a Seamless Investment Environment: Discover how regulatory reforms, digital innovation, and stronger public-private collaboration can reduce barriers and enhance investor confidence globally.
How to Attend
Be part of the conversation shaping the future of global investment. Founders, investors, and corporate leaders are invited to register their attendance, explore exhibition opportunities, or inquire about sponsorship packages to gain unparalleled exposure to decision-makers and global industry leaders.
About The Organizers
WIC-SIF 2025 is hosted by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), in a strategic collaboration with the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) and the UAE Ministry of Investment. This partnership brings together local expertise with global leadership to foster a world-class investment dialogue.
Learn More: World Investment Conference and Sharjah Investment Forum
