Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2024 commenced today under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Executive Council. This third edition, themed “Welcome to the Capital of Capital,” is set to be the most expansive to date, featuring over 60 events, more than 350 thematic sessions, and approximately 600 speakers. The event is expected to attract over 20,000 attendees, collectively representing more than USD 30 trillion in assets under management.

Key Forums and Events:

• Abu Dhabi Economic Forum: A high-level leadership forum focusing on the current state and future prospects of the Falcon Economy. It brings together senior members of the Abu Dhabi government and prominent figures from the private sector.
• Asset Abu Dhabi: Scheduled for the second day, this forum gathers asset allocators, managers, investment bankers, venture capitalists, private equities, family offices, and other institutional investors. Collectively, they manage over USD 30 trillion in assets.
• RESOLVE 2024: Also on the second day, this event, in collaboration with the Judicial Department, will host discussions among key stakeholders from the global dispute resolution community, government, industry, and academia.
• Fintech Abu Dhabi: The Middle East’s largest fintech festival, scheduled for the third day, will spotlight innovations in AI, digital security, and blockchain technology.
• Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum (ADSFF): On the concluding day, ADSFF will conduct discussions on sustainable finance, impact investing, and net-zero commitments, underscoring Abu Dhabi’s commitment to sustainability and green finance.

Notable Speakers:

The event features a distinguished lineup of global financial leaders, including:

• Ray Dalio: Founder and CIO Mentor of Bridgewater Associates.
• Larry Fink: Chairman and CEO of BlackRock.
• Sergio Ermotti: Group CEO of UBS.
• Jane Fraser: CEO of Citigroup.
• Hana Al Rostamani: Group CEO of First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB).
• Jeremy Allaire: Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Circle.
• Robert Smith: Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Vista Equity Partners.
• Aron Landy: CEO of Brevan Howard.
• Bill Huffman: CEO of Nuveen.
• David Hunt: President and CEO of PGIM.
• Isabelle Scemama: Global Head of AXA IM.
• Bill Ford: Chairman and CEO of General Atlantic.
• Shayne Nelson: Group CEO of Emirates NBD.
• Rajiv Jain: Chairman and CIO of GQG Partners.
• Mohammed Alaradhi: Executive Chairman of Investcorp.
• H.E. Ambassador Majid Al Suwaidi: CEO of Alterra.
• Mohamed Abdelbary: CEO of ADIB.

These speakers will share insights on various facets of capital, including economic, human, cultural, environmental, and technological, aligning with the event’s overarching theme.

Agenda Highlights:

• Day 1 (December 9): Opening Ceremony and Abu Dhabi Economic Forum, featuring discussions on the Falcon Economy’s current state and future prospects.
• Day 2 (December 10): Asset Abu Dhabi and RESOLVE 2024, focusing on asset management and global dispute resolution.
• Day 3 (December 11): Fintech Abu Dhabi and the Global Financial Regulators Summit, highlighting innovations in financial technology and regulatory approaches.
• Day 4 (December 12): Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum (ADSFF), emphasizing sustainable finance and impact investing.

Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2024 promises to be a landmark event, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a leading international financial hub and providing a platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration among global financial leaders.

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