GLOBAL ECONOMIC FORUM
GEF 2026 Impact and Success
Global Economic Forum · 2027 programme
Five Locations. One Connected Programme.
Two international summits before the Bangkok Annual Meeting, followed by two more destinations. Explore each location’s themes, subthemes, and tentative agenda.
Themes and subthemes
Geopolitics, Multipolarity & Global Trade
- An evolving multipolar order and the Global South
- ASEAN cooperation and regional trade architecture
- Resilient trade corridors and cross-border supply chains
- Economic security, strategic industries and critical resources
- Diplomacy and business leadership amid geopolitical change
Food Security, Agri-Tech & Resilient Supply Chains
- AI-enabled precision agriculture
- Africa–Middle East agri-corridors and trade links
- Climate-resilient seeds and crop innovation
- Cold-chain logistics and food loss reduction
- Alternative proteins and future food systems
Global Finance, High-Impact Investment & Logistics Infrastructure
- ACFTA manufacturing hubs and investment opportunities
- Financing critical minerals and strategic resources
- Interoperable CBDCs and cross-border payments
- Infrastructure debt and public-private investment
- Smart maritime ports and logistics connectivity
Digital Economy, Responsible AI & Technology Governance
- Cross-continent AI standards and responsible deployment
- Data centres, cloud hubs and digital infrastructure
- Universal 5G and 6G access
- Enterprise AI licensing and adoption
- Cyber resilience and digital trust
SDGs, Circular Economy & BCG Models
- Green hydrogen corridors and clean energy trade
- BCG manufacturing and resource efficiency
- Carbon markets and credible climate finance
- Renewable energy grids and regional integration
- ESG harmonization and implementation
Health Security, Longevity Economy & Biotechnology Innovation
- Europe–Asia biopharma research and development
- Silver economy infrastructure and services
- API supply chains and pharmaceutical resilience
- AI diagnostics and precision health
- Medical tourism and integrated care
Smart Cities, Intelligent Infrastructure & Future Mobility
- Asia–Middle East urban development projects
- EV charging networks and mobility systems
- Coastal urban resilience and climate adaptation
- Drone logistics and next-generation delivery
- Cross-border rail and regional connectivity
Human Capital, AI Reskilling & Workforce Transformation
- AI reskilling frameworks for changing industries
- Africa–Europe–Asia technology talent mobility
- Human-centric ecotourism skills and local employment
- Human-centric urban policy and decent work
- Smart MICE and future-ready service skills
Tentative agenda
Day 118 October 2027
12:00–13:00Participant registration, networking lunch and refreshments
13:00–13:30Opening ceremony, welcome remarks and official photo
13:30–15:00Thematic panel session 1
15:00–15:15Coffee and networking break
15:15–16:45Thematic panel session 2
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Gala dinner and award ceremony
Day 219 October 2027
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and participant registration
13:00–14:00MOU signing ceremony
14:00–15:30Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
15:30–15:45Coffee and networking break
15:45–16:45Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Cocktail networking and award ceremony
Day 320 October 2027
09:00–10:30Sponsor workshops and partner presentations
10:30–10:45Coffee break
10:45–12:00Sponsor workshops and MOU signing meetings
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and MOU signing
13:00–18:00Masterclass sessions (parallel track; afternoon refreshment break included)
13:00–18:00Hosted site visits (parallel track; guided visits and transfers)
Day 421 October 2027
09:00–10:30Sponsor workshops and partner presentations
10:30–10:45Coffee break
10:45–12:00Sponsor workshops and MOU signing meetings
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and MOU signing
13:00–18:00Masterclass sessions (parallel track; afternoon refreshment break included)
13:00–18:00Hosted site visits (parallel track; guided visits and transfers)
Day 522 October 2027
09:00–10:30Sponsor workshops and partner presentations
10:30–10:45Coffee break
10:45–12:00Sponsor workshops and MOU signing meetings
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and MOU signing
13:00–15:30Hosted site visit and guided tour
15:30–15:45Refreshment break
15:45–18:00Site visit continuation, briefing and participant Q&A
Days 1–2 are open to all participants. The agenda is tentative and subject to confirmation.
Themes and subthemes
Islamic Finance
- Islamic finance and Sharia-compliant investment solutions
- Green sukuk and sustainable funding mechanisms
- Fintech and digital banking innovation
- Cross-border trade finance and takaful
- Islamic wealth management and family offices
Supply Chains
- Regional supply chain resilience and risk management
- Logistics infrastructure and smart ports
- Trade facilitation and customs innovation
- Diversification and nearshoring strategies
- Digital supply chain and traceability solutions
Digital Transformation
- AI and emerging technologies
- Digital economy and e-commerce
- Cybersecurity and data governance
- Smart cities and digital infrastructure
- Future workforce and digital skills
Green Manufacturing
- Clean technologies and energy efficiency
- Circular economy and waste reduction
- Sustainable materials and green innovation
- Carbon markets and net zero strategies
- Industrial digitalization and smart manufacturing
Tentative agenda
Day 1Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Participant registration, networking lunch and refreshments
13:00–13:30Opening ceremony, welcome remarks and official photo
13:30–15:00Thematic panel session 1
15:00–15:15Coffee and networking break
15:15–16:45Thematic panel session 2
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Gala dinner and award ceremony
Day 2Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and participant registration
13:00–14:00MOU signing ceremony
14:00–15:30Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
15:30–15:45Coffee and networking break
15:45–16:45Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Cocktail networking and award ceremony
The agenda is tentative and subject to confirmation.
Themes and subthemes
Manufacturing FDI & Advanced Industrial Growth
- High-value manufacturing and industrial transformation
- FDI attraction strategies and investment incentives
- Smart factories, automation and Industry 4.0
- Sustainable industrial zones and green manufacturing
- Regional supply chain integration and resilience
Clean Energy & Green Transition
- Renewable energy development (solar, wind, offshore wind)
- Energy transition investment and financing
- Grid modernization and energy security
- Clean technology and green hydrogen
- Decarbonization strategies and carbon markets
Maritime Logistics & Regional Trade Connectivity
- Port development and maritime infrastructure
- Trade facilitation and regional connectivity
- Smart logistics and digital supply chains
- Free trade agreements and market access
- Sustainable shipping and green ports
Tech Talent, Innovation & Digital Economy
- Future workforce and digital talent development
- AI, emerging technologies and innovation hubs
- University–industry collaboration
- Startup ecosystem and venture capital
- Digital economy policies and global talent attraction
Tentative agenda
Day 1Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Participant registration, networking lunch and refreshments
13:00–13:30Opening ceremony, welcome remarks and official photo
13:30–15:00Thematic panel session 1
15:00–15:15Coffee and networking break
15:15–16:45Thematic panel session 2
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Gala dinner and award ceremony
Day 2Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and participant registration
13:00–14:00MOU signing ceremony
14:00–15:30Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
15:30–15:45Coffee and networking break
15:45–16:45Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Cocktail networking and award ceremony
The agenda is tentative and subject to confirmation.
Themes and subthemes
Venture Capital, DeepTech Unicorns & Frontier Market Investments
- Cross-border venture capital for AI, DeepTech and quantum
- Sovereign wealth innovation funds
- Dual listings, mergers and acquisitions, and secondary markets
- Public-private co-investment structures
- Tokenized real-world assets and digital securities
Next-Gen CleanTech, Carbon Capital & Green Energy Acceleration
- Energy storage, utility batteries and direct air capture
- Small modular reactors and advanced nuclear pathways
- Ocean economy and blue carbon
- Circular industrial parks
- Sustainable aviation fuel and green maritime bunkerings
Global Talent Mobility, Digital Nomad Ecosystems & Future Education
- Remote-work visas and tax standards
- AI-personalized education and micro-credentials
- Regional technology hubs
- Brain circulation and international talent mobility
- Youth entrepreneurship and next-generation mentorship
Ultra-Luxury Real Estate, Wellness Capital & Lifestyle Economy
- Regenerative hospitality and destination development
- Longevity cities and preventive health
- Cultural heritage and experiential tourism
- Private aviation and electric yachting
- Sports tourism and regional economic impact
Tentative agenda
Day 1Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Participant registration, networking lunch and refreshments
13:00–13:30Opening ceremony, welcome remarks and official photo
13:30–15:00Thematic panel session 1
15:00–15:15Coffee and networking break
15:15–16:45Thematic panel session 2
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Gala dinner and award ceremony
Day 2Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and participant registration
13:00–14:00MOU signing ceremony
14:00–15:30Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
15:30–15:45Coffee and networking break
15:45–16:45Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Cocktail networking and award ceremony
The agenda is tentative and subject to confirmation.
Themes and subthemes
Critical Minerals, EV Ecosystems & Downstream Industrial Investment
- Nickel, critical minerals and downstream value creation
- Electric vehicle batteries and integrated EV supply chains
- Foreign direct investment in mineral processing and manufacturing
- Sustainable mining, ESG standards and responsible sourcing
- Indonesia’s role in global industrial supply chain diversification
Blue Economy, Maritime Connectivity & Sustainable Infrastructure
- Smart ports, maritime infrastructure and inter-island logistics
- Sustainable fisheries, aquaculture and ocean-based industries
- Blue economy investment and innovative financing
- Green shipping and low-carbon maritime transport
- ASEAN maritime trade corridors and regional connectivity
Digital Economy, AI Innovation & Future Smart Cities
- AI, cloud computing and digital infrastructure
- Fintech, digital banking and financial inclusion
- Startup ecosystems, venture capital and unicorn growth
- Smart cities, data centres and cybersecurity
- Digital talent, future education and workforce transformation
Geothermal Energy, Eco-Tourism & Sustainable Destination Investment
- Geothermal energy development and renewable power investment
- Sustainable tourism and emerging destination development
- Eco-resorts, wellness tourism and hospitality investment
- Climate-resilient infrastructure and nature-based investment
- Public-private partnerships for green destinations and regional growth
Tentative agenda
Day 1Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Participant registration, networking lunch and refreshments
13:00–13:30Opening ceremony, welcome remarks and official photo
13:30–15:00Thematic panel session 1
15:00–15:15Coffee and networking break
15:15–16:45Thematic panel session 2
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Gala dinner and award ceremony
Day 2Proposed schedule
12:00–13:00Networking lunch and participant registration
13:00–14:00MOU signing ceremony
14:00–15:30Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
15:30–15:45Coffee and networking break
15:45–16:45Seminars: individual 20-minute presentations
16:45–17:30Business matching meetings
17:30–18:00Project pitching presentations
18:00–19:00Refreshment break and transition to the evening programme
19:00–22:00Cocktail networking and award ceremony
The agenda is tentative and subject to confirmation.
All agendas are tentative and may be updated as event planning continues.
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Choose attendee or speaker application, then select from Malaysia, Vietnam, Bangkok, Singapore or Indonesia. Speaker themes and focused topics will match the selected event. Every submission is reviewed before participation is confirmed.
Submission does not constitute automatic acceptance. Applications are subject to review.
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Master Millionaire Club / MGO
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