Global Leaders Set to Converge in Paris for 9th Conference Focused on Economic and Environmental Resilience
Navigating a Multipolar World: Global Leaders Gather in Paris
On December 16 and 17, 2025, Paris will officially welcome the 9th Conference of Paris, organized by the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA). This high-profile event will bring together key decision-makers from the economic, financial, and political spheres to confront the world's most pressing challenges, including sustainable finance, artificial intelligence, industrial sovereignty, energy transition, and international cooperation.
Strengthening Ambitions in a Changing World
The upcoming edition of the Conference will take place against a backdrop of unprecedented economic, technological, and geopolitical challenges. The conference serves as a vital platform for dialogue between Europe and the Americas, uniting influential stakeholders who are pivotal in shaping the global economy. By 2025, the Conference of Paris aims to become a catalyst for actionable ideas and solutions, emphasizing resilience, sustainable energy transition, and industrial sovereignty.
Distinguished Speakers
Over 70 distinguished speakers are expected at the event, featuring leaders such as:
- - Jean-Pierre Clamadieu, CEO, ENGIE
- - Ken Griffin, Founder and CEO, Citadel
- - Patrick Pouyanné, CEO, TotalEnergies
- - Dominique Senequier, Founder and CEO, Ardian
- - Paul Hudson, CEO, Sanofi
- - José M. Linares, CEO, Banco Santander
- - Hana Al Rostamani, CEO, First Abu Dhabi Bank
- - Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General, OECD
- - Mike Henry, CEO, BHP
- - Arthur Mensch, Co-Founder and CEO, Mistral AI
- - Marcie Frost, CEO, CalPERS
- - Josu Jon Imaz, CEO, Repsol
- - Miguel Ángel López Borrego, CEO, thyssenkrupp
- - Paul Desmarais Jr., Chairman, Power Corporation of Canada
A Unique Platform for Strategic Dialogue
Known for its exclusive and prestigious environment, the Conference of Paris provides a unique setting for direct exchanges among high-ranking executives. It will gather a select group of CEOs and decision-makers from around the globe under the motto "Thriving in Uncertainty," offering an exceptional opportunity to connect with the world’s most influential leaders and prominent investors.
Nicholas Rémillard, CEO of the IEFA, remarked, "The Conference of Paris is not merely a venue to contemplate the future; it is a space to construct it. Given the unpredictable nature of our times, analysis alone is insufficient; we must dare to innovate, collaborate, and act together. The time to lay the groundwork for a more resilient world is today."
International Media Coverage
The event will be extensively covered by major international media, featuring renowned journalists and presenters, including Francine Lacqua (Bloomberg TV), Charlotte Reed (CNBC), Lorraine Goumot (BFM Business), Anita Hawser (The Banker), and Arash Massoudi (Financial Times).
Practical Information
Theme: Thriving in Uncertainty
Dates: Tuesday, December 16 – Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Location: OECD Conference Centre, 2 rue André Pascal, 75016 Paris
For More Information and Registration: Conference of Paris
Media Accreditation: Confluence Paris – Régine Le Brun
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +33 6 14 67 03 16
Accreditation Form: Media Accreditation Form
About the Conference of Paris
Initiated in 2017 by the IEFA, the Conference of Paris has become the leading European event for the Forum. It brings together prominent figures from business, government, and civil society to foster the exchange of ideas on current significant challenges, promote international trade between Europe and the Americas, and encourage global relationships that drive positive change.
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