New report calls for urgent action to scale innovation and ensure equitable access
to life-saving tools

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, 27 August 2025 – The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, together with UNICEF and The Global Fund, today released a joint report urging greater innovation and access in the fight against preventable infectious diseases.

The report, “Scaling Innovation to Maximize Global Health Impact,” reveals the staggering toll of treatable diseases: in 2023, tuberculosis killed 1.25 million people and malaria took 600,000 lives, mostly in low- and middle-income countries.

While breakthroughs such as AI diagnostics, biotech therapies, and solar-powered oxygen machines are emerging, their impact will remain limited without stronger systems to deliver them equitably. The report calls for urgent collaboration to bridge the gap between innovation and access, aligning policy, financing, and education to ensure every community benefits.

Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of FII Institute, said:
“Collaboration is paramount when faced with the mounting death toll of preventable diseases. Innovation in technology and economics must move hand-in-hand to build stronger, more resilient health systems. I am proud of the progress FII Institute continues to drive through global partnerships in pursuit of this mission.”

Helga Fogstad, Director, Health Programme, UNICEF added: “Innovation can only save children’s lives when it reaches them. Our job is to make sure every breakthrough becomes an everyday tool – for every child, everywhere – always keeping the most vulnerable in focus.”

Peter Sands, Executive Director of the Global Fund, emphasized: “From the outset, the Global Fund has been driven by the belief that no one should die from a preventable disease. Through a unique, multistakeholder partnership, we have pushed AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria into retreat — and now we can defeat them for good. We must build on our successes, harness innovation, and ultimately put an end to these formidable diseases.”

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The complete report, along with in-depth findings, is available here.

About FII Institute

FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability. https://fiiinstitute.org/

About UNICEF
UNICEF, the United Nations agency for children, works to protect the rights of every child, everywhere, especially the most disadvantaged children and in the toughest places to reach. Across more than 190 countries and territories, we do whatever it takes to help children survive, thrive, and fulfil their potential.

About The Global Fund
The Global Fund is a worldwide partnership to defeat HIV, TB and malaria and ensure a healthier, safer, more equitable future for all. We raise and invest up to US$5 billion a year to fight the deadliest infectious diseases, challenge the injustice that fuels them, and strengthen health systems and pandemic preparedness in more than 100 of the hardest hit countries. We unite world leaders, communities, civil society, health workers and the private sector to find solutions that have the most impact, and we take them to scale worldwide. Since 2002, the Global Fund partnership has saved 65 million lives.

For media inquiries and further details, please contact:

• FII Institute: media@fii-institute.org

• UNICEF: Sara Al-Zawqari, Communications Manager- UNICEF Gulf: +971 50 654 6563

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 27th July, 2025.: The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, in collaboration with Aramco and Arthur D. Little (ADL), announces the release of a white paper titled “AI-Enabled Carbon Markets: Identifying AI Solutions for the Voluntary Carbon Industry.” The publication explores how artificial intelligence (AI) could improve transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in the voluntary carbon market, offering practical guidance for organizations working to meet carbon emissions reduction targets.

Addressing evolving challenges in the carbon market, such as project identification, cost overruns, and regulatory as well as market complexities, the white paper emphasizes AI as a tool for overcoming issues like pricing transparency and the risk of greenwashing. It highlights AI’s potential to contribute to enhancing the breadth, consistency, and integrity of carbon credits, with the aim of providing companies with greater confidence and precision in pursuing carbon emissions reduction.

Key Insights from the White Paper

The publication identifies four primary ways AI could help advance the voluntary carbon market:

1. Carbon quantification: AI technology could have the potential to enhance the precision of carbon sequestration measurements, allowing for more accurate assessments of project impacts and better prioritization.
2. Transparency: AI is expected to enable real-time monitoring of carbon offset projects, providing verified emissions data that could contribute to building stakeholder trust.
3. Integrity: The use of AI may mitigate the risk of greenwashing by identifying discrepancies between reported and actual carbon reductions, which could help bolster the credibility of carbon credits.
4. Pricing forecasting: AI-driven models could offer dynamic, data-based valuations for carbon credits, with the aim to support market participants in making well-informed decisions.

Musaab M. Al Mulla, Aramco Vice President of Market Analysis and Sustainability, said: “We see the voluntary carbon markets as a unique and important lever in supporting a practical and orderly energy transition. However, for the market to reach its considerable potential to mitigate carbon emissions at scale, a number of key challenges will need to be addressed. This white paper showcases AI’s potential role in helping to make carbon markets more transparent and efficient. Integrating AI could support organizations in enhancing the reliability and accountability of their carbon emissions reduction efforts.”

Carlo Stella, Managing Partner and Global Practice Leader for the Sustainability Practice at Arthur D. Little, said: “AI’s role in carbon markets is essential for organizations aiming to achieve meaningful and measurable progress. This white paper highlights AI’s potential to improve accuracy in carbon reduction measures, a critical factor to improve confidence among adopters.”

Richard Attias, CEO of FII Institute, said: “Our collaboration with Aramco and Arthur D. Little reflects a shared goal of leveraging technology to enhance efficiency. This publication is a vital resource for any organization focused on making credible, impactful advances in carbon emissions reduction through AI-driven carbon markets.”

Opportunities and Challenges in Carbon Markets

With AI solutions in place, organizations could address market challenges such as inconsistent policies, budget overruns, and lack of pricing transparency. The insights offered here are expected to provide a strategic guide for entities participating in voluntary carbon markets, with the aim of enhancing their ability to meet sustainability goals within an evolving regulatory landscape.

For more detailed insights, the full white paper (“AI-Enabled Carbon Markets: Identifying AI Solutions for the Voluntary Carbon Industry”) is available for download [https://fii-institute.org/publication/ai-enabled-carbon-markets].

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About FII Institute

The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non-profit foundation driven by data with an investment arm and one agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global and inclusive, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability.

Website: https://fii-institute.org/

About Arthur D. Little

Arthur D. Little has been at the forefront of innovation since 1886. We are an acknowledged thought leader in linking strategy, innovation, and economic transformation in technology-intensive and converging industries; often by helping industry and researchers work together. We navigate our clients through changing business ecosystems to uncover new growth opportunities. We enable our clients to build innovation capabilities and transform their organizations. Our consultants have strong practical industry experience combined with excellent knowledge of key trends and dynamics. ADL is present in the most important business centers around the world. We are proud to serve most of the Fortune 1000 companies, in addition to other leading firms and public sector organizations. Website: https://www.adlittle.com/en              

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, 20 July 2025 – The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, a global nonprofit foundation with an investment arm, has been officially accredited as an observer organization for the sixteenth session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). This accreditation marks a significant milestone in the Institute’s mission to drive meaningful impact for humanity and the planet.

The UNCCD, established in 1994 and comprising 197 Parties, is the world’s only legally binding framework focused on combating desertification, reversing land degradation, and mitigating the impacts of drought. As an accredited civil society organization (CSO), the FII Institute will contribute to policy discussions, knowledge-sharing, and multistakeholder collaborations at COP16 and beyond.

Richard Attias, Chairman of the FII Institute Executive Committee and Acting CEO, commented:

“Our mission at the FII Institute aligns powerfully with the UNCCD’s goals—to build a safer, more just, and more sustainable future. Observer status opens a vital channel for collaboration with governments, scientists, policymakers, and global leaders. We are committed to contributing actionable insights and bold ideas to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our time: land degradation.”

The FII Institute actively supports global sustainability initiatives through education, strategic investments, and research. Its work spans zero-carbon innovation, food and water security, biodiversity preservation, and anti-deforestation efforts—areas that will be further advanced through engagement with the UNCCD community.

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About FII Institute

FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability. https://fii-institute.org/

For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, [9 July 2025] – The 9th edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII9) will be held from October 27 to 30, 2025, at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh.

This invitation-only conference will convene international investors, innovators, and policymakers under the theme “The Key to Prosperity,” exploring investment strategies and innovations to drive sustainable growth in today’s complex global landscape.

FII9 will address the paradoxes that stand in the way of progress: ‘innovation fragmentation’, how technological and policy advancements drive growth yet create unintended challenges; how breakthroughs in AI and emerging technologies open opportunities while presenting regulatory and ethical hurdles; and how global connectivity is hampered by geopolitical tensions and resource disparities.

Richard Attias, Chairman of the FII Institute Executive Committee, said: “Our theme, ‘The Key to Prosperity,’ acknowledges the complexity of today’s global challenges and points to opportunities to create a positive impact for humanity. FII9 is the place for new thinking, strategic conversations, and forging partnerships in the cause of prosperity and progress.”

The conference begins on October 27 with exclusive, invitation-only conclaves, bringing together top investors, CEOs, and policymakers for candid discussions in a confidential setting.

On October 28 and 29, the main conference will host a variety of sessions on AI and robotics’ impact on productivity, wealth creation amid rising inequality, geopolitical effects of resource scarcity, demographic shifts shaping future workforces, and strategies to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability.

The conference concludes on October 30 with Investment Day, dedicated to high-impact deal-making, networking, showcasing next-generation technologies, and exploring venture strategies.

Additional programming, including specialized workshops and networking events, will be announced closer to the event.

FII9 will bring together over 7,500 delegates and 600 prominent speakers across 250 interactive sessions.

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About FII Institute

FII Institute is a global nonprofit with a single pressing agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive and driven by data, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions and actions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability. https://fii-institute.org/

For media inquiries, registration, and further details, please contact media@fii-institute.org

Red Sea Global, FII Institute, Wave, and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, lead collaborative study on accelerating innovation in sustainable travel

Riyadh, 25 June 2025 – A major new report released today by Red Sea Global (RSG), the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, Wave, and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, highlights an urgent need for investment and innovation in regenerative tourism — a model that goes beyond sustainability to actively restore ecosystems and empower communities.

Titled “Unlocking Innovation for Regenerative Tourism,” the report identifies a paradox at the heart of the booming blue economy — valued at $2.5 trillion and expected to double by 2030 — where rising consumer demand for eco-conscious travel far outpaces the industry’s capacity to deliver restorative experiences.

Drawing on global surveys of hospitality leaders, investors, innovators, and case study analysis, the report highlights the tourism sector’s direct contribution to global GDP at approximately US$9.9 trillion, representing 9.1% of the total global GDP in 2023. Moreover, coastal and marine tourism represents over 50% of total global tourism, indicating that regenerative tourism constitutes a vastly underserved segment with the potential to deliver on economic, sustainability and social goals for local communities and global industries.

“At Red Sea Global, we believe that tourism can be a powerful force for good. This report underscores the urgent need to unlock innovation and investment in regenerative practices,” says Raed Albasseet, Group Chief Environment & Sustainability Officer at Red Sea Global. “Our own regenerative tourism efforts demonstrate that it is possible to create thriving destinations that also protect and enhance the environment.”

Penny Richards, CEO of the Future Investment Initiative Institute said “Innovation today will define the tourism industry of tomorrow and I urge investors, policy makers and innovators to look carefully at the findings of this groundbreaking report.”

“This important study highlights the critical role of data and collaboration in restoring our oceans,” said Jamila El Mir, Insights and Activation Lead at Wave “By leveraging data-driven insights to fill our knowledge gaps, and fostering partnerships across the tourism ecosystem supported by ocean data platforms such as oceancentral.org by Wave, we can unlock regenerative solutions that ensure a thriving ocean for generations to come”

Olivier Wenden, Vice Chairman and CEO of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation added, “The findings from this report provide a roadmap to protecting biodiversity and advancing the sustainable use of ocean resources. The Foundation remains committed to championing regenerative approaches, especially in the Mediterranean, Polar Regions, and Least Developed Countries.”

Key Findings from the Report:

• Demand-Supply Mismatch: 43% of global travelers are willing to pay more for sustainable stays, but few options currently deliver genuinely regenerative value.
• Investor Hesitation: 58% of investors cite a lack of confidence or data to fund regenerative tourism, despite a $3 trillion market opportunity.
• Innovation Gaps: Nearly a third of hospitality leaders agree that the emerging innovation pipeline is in need of significant funding to support growth at scale
• Action Lag: Although half of hospitality leaders understand regenerative tourism, only 20% have implemented it at scale.
• Economic Potential Undervalued: Over 40% of innovators report difficulty raising funds due to a lack of recognition for the economic impact of their solutions.

Ocean Community Uniting on the Journey to Ocean Regeneration
In an effort to engage stakeholders and foster collaboration, the publication’s insights were shared and discussed during a workshop in Monaco on 7^th June 2025, held alongside the Blue Economy & Finance Forum , and explored during a panel on 10th June 2025 at the Startup Reef in the Innovation Pavilion at the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice, during which innovators were invited to showcase blue tech solutions to support regenerative practices in the tourism industry.

“This collaborative research effort underscores the importance of harnessing technologies such as artificial intelligence to accelerate the transition to a regenerative tourism sector,” said Salma Baghdadi, Innovation Lead at Wave “Our work is grounded in impact — regenerative tourism is not only an environmental and social imperative, but an economic opportunity requiring innovation and blue tech to scale smart, resource-efficient solutions at speed.”

A Call to Action

The report outlines a clear call to action for both public and private stakeholders:

• Raising awareness among institutional and private investors
• Engaging hospitality institutions to drive adoption
• Growing the pipeline of ready-to-scale startups
• Advocating for stronger regulation

Opportunities to unlock regenerative tourism include:

• Policy Enablement: Enhancing regulatory environments that favor long-term regenerative impact.
• Investment Acceleration: Strategic funding to grow blue tech and community-led models.
• Framework Alignment: Coordinated development of global sustainability benchmarks.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration: Initiatives to unite hospitality, policy, finance, and innovation communities.

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Background for Editors

Supporting Contributors

As a key contributor to the report, Red Sea Global provided valuable case studies and technical insights drawn from its development of regenerative tourism destinations such as The Red Sea and AMAALA in Saudi Arabia. RSG’s contributions demonstrate real-world application of principles discussed in the report.

RSG’s sustainability efforts include powering destinations with 100% renewable energy, marine restoration initiatives like coral and seagrass nurseries, and community programs such as local skills development and sustainable agriculture cooperatives.

About the Report Partners

Red Sea Global is a leading developer of regenerative tourism destinations and a contributor to the report’s insights.
redseaglobal.com

Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non-profit foundation driven by data with an investment arm and one agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global and inclusive, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics, Education, Healthcare and Sustainability
fii-institute.org

Wave, founded by HRH Princess Reema Bandar Al-Saud, is the Catmosphere Foundation’s collective action platform targeting science-led restoration of a thriving ocean.
Powered by the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, and in partnership with the Ministry of Energy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Wave strives towards the ambitious yet attainable goal of Ocean Regeneration within a Human Generation.
thewave.global
Wave operates ocean data aggregator tool Ocean Central: oceancentral.org

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation is a global leader in advancing planetary health and promoting innovative environmental solutions.
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Tirana, Albania – May 2025 – The FII PRIORITY Europe Summit concluded today in Tirana with a compelling call for economic transformation across the continent. Gathering over 500 participants — including heads of state, global CEOs, and next-generation changemakers — the summit presented a bold roadmap for investment, innovation, and inclusive growth.

French President Emmanuel Macron declared the beginning of a “new phase of Europe’s journey,” urging deeper integration of the single market, streamlined regulation, and accelerated investment in green technology, artificial intelligence, and defense.

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama highlighted Albania’s emergence as a dynamic investment destination and a bridge between East and West. “Albania is good friends with many. We are strategic partners of the EU and US, and close partners to Saud Arabia, the UAE, and other Gulf countries,” he said, emphasizing openness and adaptability as national strengths.

His Excellency Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), reaffirmed Europe’s central role in global investment strategy: “The PIF has deployed nearly $85 billion in Europe since 2024 — a figure expected to double to $170 billion by 2030. Predictability and regulatory clarity are key to long-term commitments.”

A standout session — Board of Changemakers — brought together Senator Matteo Renzi, Bernard Mensah, Mohamed Alabbar, Professor Adah AlMutairi and Henri Poupart-Lafarge to tackle the question: Can Capital Connect a Fractured World? The panel called for bold action on over-regulation, talent development, and the reinvention of education systems to better match future labor markets.

In a powerful conversation on the evolving nature of influence, Linda Rama , Prime Minister’s wife joined Cécilia Attias to explore the role of transparency and professionalism in leadership. “When you truly get close to the youth, you find a power in them we don’t possess,” Linda Rama reflected.

Penny Richards, CEO of the FII Institute, summarized the summit’s tone: “We heard a clear message — change is no longer optional. Europe is ready to redefine its global role with renewed energy and purpose.”

The summit closed with a forward-looking dialogue — Old Europe, Young Voices — chaired by Richard Attias, Chairman of the FII Institute’s Executive Committee. Featuring insights from the Institute’s latest Future of Work report, the session called for urgent reform in education and inclusion of youth voices in policy and investment. As angel investor Elsa Hyland stated: “Include us in the conversation — we know what’s happening on the ground.”

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Tirana, Albania – May 2025: The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute today opened the FII PRIORITY Europe Summit in Tirana, Albania, bringing together 600 global investors, political leaders, and innovators. The two-day event focuses on connecting European innovation with global capital.

Hosted by Prime Minister Edi Rama, whose leadership has transformed Albania’s economy and attracted significant international investment, the summit underscores Albania’s emergence as an economic hub at the crossroads of Western Europe, the Balkans, and the Middle East.

The summit convenes at a critical juncture marked by disrupted trade, shifting alliances, and the accelerating urgency of the energy transition. Europe’s position as the world’s largest single economic bloc, with a GDP of $22 trillion, offers global investors unparalleled opportunities for transparency, stability, and innovation, particularly as billions flow into green and digital transitions across the continent.

The summit will address issues including whether capital can bridge today’s fractured world marked by high debt and inflation. Discussions will explore Europe’s strategic trade realignment, its ambitious €800 billion industrial reinvention, the competitive race for AI sovereignty, and the shifting dynamics of power in the era of big data.

Additionally, sessions will highlight Europe’s innovation landscape, the global strength of its luxury sector, and how emerging tourism markets in the Balkans and Middle East are becoming drivers of economic growth and cultural diplomacy.

Notable global leaders in attendance include President Emmanuel Macron of France, His Excellency Yasir Al-Rumayyan of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, and influential figures from business, finance and government.   The summit will also spotlight youth leaders actively shaping Europe’s future and introduce an FII Institute report on the future of work, emphasizing how next-generation talent will harness artificial intelligence to redefine productivity and innovation.

Penny Richards, CEO of the FII Institute:  “The power of FII is the way we set the agenda for the future, guided by our community of changemakers who are with us every step of the way.  Together, we are shaping a prosperous, innovative future for all.”

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About the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute: The FII Institute is a global platform dedicated to investment and innovation, convening visionary leaders worldwide to create solutions that drive positive human impact and economic growth.

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RIYADH – May 5th, 2025 – Visa has announced its strategic partnership with the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute. FII Institute is a global non-profit foundation with an investment arm and a single agenda: Impact on Humanity. Visa is joining the Institute’s list of international partners ahead of the 9^th edition of its flagship FII conference in Riyadh to be held October 27-30, 2025.  Signing the partnership agreement at the ceremony were Ali Bailoun, Visa’s Regional General Manager for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Oman, and Penny Richards, CEO of FII Institute.

Visa facilitates transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. The payment technology company’s mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive.  

FII Institute convenes global leaders from government, business, and investment sectors across more than 90 countries to explore critical topics in AI & Robotics, Education, Healthcare, and Sustainability. These high-level conversations spark real change. As a catalyst for real-world solutions, FII Institute backs innovations and ideas that are solving humanity’s most pressing challenges.

As part of this collaboration, Visa gains access to exclusive opportunities, including participation in high-impact conferences and summits globally, collaboration with influential stakeholders, and curated insights from FII Institute’s world-class research and thought leadership platforms.

“Visa believes that economies that include everyone, everywhere, uplift everyone, everywhere. Our partnership with FII Institute will support continued conversations on how government and private sector can further extend access to new technologies, knowledge and skills for a digital economy both globally and in Saudi Arabia that is equitable and inclusive,” said Ali Bailoun, Visa’s VP and Regional GM for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman.

Penny Richards, CEO of FII Institute, remarked, “This partnership marks a pivotal moment in our mission to drive inclusive economic growth through strategic collaboration. By joining forces with Visa, we are also ensuring that significant leaders behind investment and financial innovation will join others in contributing meaningfully to human progress.”

FII Institute and Visa will also partner on strategic forums and executive roundtables that bring together influential voices from across sectors. These engagements will foster meaningful conversations on responsible investment and inclusive global growth. In addition, it represents a significant step toward mobilizing the power of investment and technology to create a more equitable and sustainable future for everyone, everywhere.

About Visa
Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere, and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at About Visa, Visa CEMEA Blog, and @VisaCEMEA.

About FII Institute

The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non-profit foundation driven by data with an investment arm and one agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global and inclusive, we foster great minds from around the world and turn ideas into real-world solutions in four critical areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics, Education, Healthcare, and Sustainability.

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Riyadh , Saudi Arabia 

The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute will host the FII PRIORITY Europe Summit from 16–17 May 2025 at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Tirana, Albania, convening at a crucial time for Europe’s future.

Held immediately after the European Political Conference — where heads of state from across Europe will meet — the FII PRIORITY Europe Summit will bring together world leaders, top global investors, sovereign wealth funds, policymakers, industry giants, and innovators to explore the urgent challenges and investment opportunities facing Europe today.

Against a backdrop of profound global change, Europe stands at the forefront of reimagining its economic destiny. Amid shifting trade routes, evolving alliances, intensifying global competition, the race for technological supremacy, and the demands of energy transition, Europe must seize the moment to shape a resilient, innovative, and prosperous future.

The FII PRIORITY Europe Summit will address:

• The impacts of a fractured global order on European economies
• New trade tariffs and barriers and their strategic implications
• Tourism as a powerful tool for European soft power
• Reigniting innovation ecosystems across Europe
• Europe’s leadership in AI, quantum computing, and the energy transition
• Unlocking the opportunities presented by Europe’s €100 billion Clean Industrial Deal

This summit comes at a historic inflection point, as global economic frameworks are being rewired — not only by political shifts, including in the United States, but by the urgent need for Europe to assert leadership and innovation in a competitive new era.

Confirmed speakers include:

H.E. Edi Rama, Prime Minister of the Republic of Albania; H.E. Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor, PIF, Chairman, Saudi Aramco, Chairman, FII Institute; Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee, FII Institute, Founder & Chairman, RA&A; Cécilia Attias, Founder & President, Cecilia Attias Foundation for Women, Former First Lady of France; Eva Berneke, CEO, Eutelsat Group; Jared Cohen, President of Global Affairs & Co-Head, Goldman Sachs Global Institute; Tony Douglas, CEO, Riyadh Air; Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO, Fincantieri; Dr. Kam Ghaffarian, Founder & Executive Chairman, Intuitive Machines, Axiom Space, Quantum Space, X-energy; Hélène Huby, Founder & CEO, The Exploration Company; Jerry Inzerillo, Group CEO, Diriyah; Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, Executive Chairman, Heritage Group, Chairman, Abercrombie & Kent; Bernard Mensah, President of International, Bank of America; Dr. Tomislav Mihaljevic, MD, CEO & President, Cleveland Clinic; Sahit Muja, CEO, Albanian Minerals; Amb. Stefano Pontecorvo, Chairman, Leonardo; Henri Poupart-Lafarge, CEO, Alstom; Sir Noel Quinn, Chairman-elect, Julius Baer Group; Former CEO, HSBC; Linda Rama, Human Rights Advocate, Researcher, Wife of the Albanian Prime Minister; and Ida Tin, Director, Femtech Assembly.

Penny Richards, CEO of FII Institute, emphasized:

“FII PRIORITY Europe comes at a defining moment for the continent. Our conversations will focus on securing prosperity, accelerating innovation, and positioning Europe as a global leader in a rapidly transforming world. We are creating the conditions for strategic investment and dealmaking that will help shape Europe’s future.”

Attendees will also have the opportunity to join the FII Institute’s community of global changemakers through the FII Membership Programme — uniting individuals and organizations committed to driving positive global impact.

For more information, visit and learn more about FII PRIORITY Europe 2025 Summit

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Tirana, Albania – The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is pleased to announce that a special edition of FII PRIORITY Europe will be held in Tirana, Albania, on 16–17 May 2025—immediately following the European Political Community Summit which will bring together over 40 heads of state.

Under the theme “Investing in a Connected Europe,” the summit takes place at a defining moment for Europe, as it navigates global economic shifts and seeks new capital and strategic partnerships to drive sustainable growth across its €15 trillion economy.

FII PRIORITY Europe will connect European leaders and innovators with the world’s most influential investors—including sovereign wealth funds and top executives from the Middle East, Asia, and the United States. With nearly €3 trillion in assets under management from the Gulf alone, and growing investment momentum from Asia and North America, this is an opportunity to ignite cross-border partnerships and unlock transformative investment flows.

Focus areas of the summit include:

• Cross-border investment partnerships: Strengthening ties between Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Global South
• Driving growth through innovation: Spotlighting high-potential sectors including AI, biotech, infrastructure, healthcare, tourism, manufacturing, and the energy transition
• Strategic autonomy and sustainability: Supporting Europe’s ambitions in energy independence and responsible technology leadership
• Vision 2030 investment opportunities: Tapping into over €1 trillion in Saudi Arabia’s development initiatives
• Finance, fintech, and digital transformation: Positioning Europe as a hub for future industries and ethical innovation

“Europe needs bold ideas, smart money, and real partnerships—and that’s exactly what FII PRIORITY delivers. We’re bringing global investors to the table, making powerful connections, and helping to unlock prosperity for the greater good. — Penny Richards, CEO, FII Institute

FII PRIORITY Europe will ignite big conversations, create the conditions for dealmaking, help secure investments, and shape an economic future for Europe based on prosperity and innovation.

This is an opportunity to be part of FII’s community of top level changemakers, shaping a shared economic future for positive change.

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About FII Institute
The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non-profit foundation with an investment arm and a single agenda: Impact on Humanity. Global, inclusive, and data-driven, the Institute brings together the world’s brightest minds to transform ideas into real-world solutions across four critical pillars: Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Education, Healthcare, and Sustainability.

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