The 9th World Investment Forum takes place in Doha, Qatar, from 25 to 27 October 2026, under the theme "Investing in the future."Organized by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and hosted by the State of Qatar, the Forum brings together heads of state, ministers, investors, business leaders and policymakers to…
Turning investment into opportunity takes more than capital. It needs strong institutions, reliable data and entrepreneurs ready to build what comes next. That focus shaped the final day of the World Investment Forum 2026 in Doha, Qatar. Investment promotion agencies and special economic zones met in an executive round table…
Investment is not just about infrastructure, technology or finance. Art, culture and tourism can also create jobs, strengthen communities and open new paths to economic growth. That message helped set the tone for Day 2 of the World Investment Forum 2026 in Doha, Qatar, with a keynote address by Sheikha…
Investment is about confidence in the future. But confidence alone isn’t enough: investment must reach more economies and create real opportunities for people. That message ran through the forum's opening day.
More than 7,000 participants gathered in Doha, Qatar, for the World Investment Forum 2026, which concluded with new proposals, tools and partnerships to help direct more investment to developing economies. Key outcomes include a global investment risk-sharing initiative, new tools to finance AI and digital infrastructure, principles to modernize investment…