ADFW 2025: A Convergence of Global Financial Leaders

ADFW 2025: A Landmark Event for Global Finance

The Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) in 2025 is set to be a monumental event in the financial calendar. Scheduled to take place from December 8 to 11, the event will be hosted by the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) with ADQ as the primary partner. This year’s ADFW promises to bring together some of the most influential figures in global finance, policymakers, investors, market leaders, and innovators, making it a hub of insightful discussions and potential partnerships.

Record-Breaking Participation

This iteration of ADFW is expected to feature over 60 events and more than 300 thematic sessions, with approximately 750 high-profile speakers. Among the attendees will be CEOs, chairs, presidents, and founders from organizations managing over $62 trillion in assets, constituting more than half of the world’s GDP. This impressive figure underscores the significance of the gathering, demonstrating its role as a central point in the global financial landscape.

His Excellency Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, the Chairman of ADGM, remarked, "ADFW 2025 will herald the next chapter in Abu Dhabi’s journey towards becoming a global financial hub, uniting policymakers, investment giants, and technology trailblazers from across the globe in the heart of the capital."

Focus on Future Trends

Under the official motto "Engineering the Capital Network," ADFW 2025 will focus on crucial themes for the future of global finance. Key topics include AI-driven innovations, evolving capital flows, institutional partnerships, regulatory advancements, and the development of sustainable and inclusive financial systems. The event aims to transcend geographical boundaries, connecting the global capital network through innovation and regulatory collaboration.

Commended Speakers

The lineup of speakers is nothing short of impressive, featuring notable figures such as Marc Randolph, co-founder of Netflix; Oliver Bate, CEO of Allianz; Sergio Ermotti, CEO of UBS; and Steve Schwarzman, Chairman of Blackstone. Renowned economists and financial leaders like Roberto Azevedo, 6th Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), and Makhtar Diop, Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation are also confirmed to speak, providing a wealth of insights to attendees.

Highlighting Diverse Perspectives

In addition to prominent names in finance, the event will also feature voices from asset management, sovereign wealth funds, and hedge funds. Significant contributors include Dilhan Palay Sandrasegara, CEO of Temasek; Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates; and Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton. This diversity of expertise will enrich the discussions, providing multifaceted viewpoints on current market dynamics and future investment opportunities.

Engaging Events and Workshops

ADFW 2025 will include several major and sub-events, with existing platforms like the Abu Dhabi Economic Forum (ADEF) and Fintech Abu Dhabi complementing new discussions. The Global Markets Summit, debuting on the first day, will focus on macroeconomic factors reshaping capital networks, while the CNBC New Energy Finance Forum addresses the significant transition to new energy systems.

Day two will spotlight significant summits, including the Global Financial Regulators Summit and the Infrastructure Summit, aimed at discussing global wealth growth and investment strategies. The day will also host closed-door sessions, where high-ranking economic representatives and financial sector executives will engage in dialogue concerning macroeconomic volatility and regulatory changes.

Day three will emphasize AI's convergence with financial services and will feature sessions like RESOLVE and Fintech Abu Dhabi. Discussions will cover blockchain, cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), and address traditional finance disruptions. Additionally, a Web3 Leaders Roundtable will gather policymakers and innovators for crucial discussions.

On the final day, sessions will focus on sustainability and ESG, concluding with the second "EU-GCC Finance Investment for Green Transition Forum," uniting top decision-makers to strategize funding for a sustainable future. The event's inclusion of women leaders in finance underscores ongoing discussions surrounding gender balance in the industry.

To explore the complete agenda and register your interest, visit www.adfw.com. Be part of this transformative event in global finance that promises to shape the future of financial interactions across the world.