Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) announced the expansion of Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2026, introducing dedicated forums focusing on China, South Korea, the European Union, and the United States. According to the announcement, the platform aims to bolster cross-border capital investment, financial innovation, and bilateral commercial partnerships between Abu Dhabi and major Chinese financial hubs.
Organized under the patronage of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, the fifth edition of ADFW is scheduled to take place from December 7 to 10, 2026. The program expands to 75 events across eight stages, up from 60 events across six stages in 2025. Over 300 global leaders overseeing combined assets exceeding USD 61 trillion have confirmed attendance.
ADFW 2026 will introduce ten new platforms, including events covering artificial intelligence in finance, stablecoins, tokenization, hedge funds, real estate, and healthcare finance. Organizers have established strategic partnerships with entities including the Arab Monetary Fund, the International Monetary Fund, Yicai, CNBC, UBS, Standard Chartered, and Binance. Additionally, the Global Financial Regulators Summit is expected to convene regulatory authorities from more than 50 jurisdictions.
ADGM Chairman Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi stated that the platform's value lies in connecting international investors, institutions, and policymakers amid evolving global investment conditions. The four-day agenda will sequentially address macroeconomics, asset management, digital assets and fintech, and sustainable finance.
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- PR Newswire · 2026-09-25
