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Opening Address

Qatar Economic Forum Welcome Remarks

Michael R. Bloomberg, U.N. Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Climate Ambition and Solutions; Founder, Bloomberg LP & Bloomberg Philanthropies; John Micklethwait, Editor-in-Chief, Bloomberg and Zain Verjee, Host, Qatar Economic Forum provide welcome remarks for the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

HH Amir Opens the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum

His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar’s opening address for the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session One: Equalizing the Global Recovery

Georgian Prime Minister on Russia and Economy

H.E. Irakli Garibashvili, Prime Minister of Georgia discusses the current events in Europe and navigating a neighboring conflict while pushing Georgia's economy forward with Bloomberg Editor-in-Chief John Micklethwait at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Kuwait, Qatar, Exxon on State of Energy

H.E. Shaikh Nawaf Saud al-Sabah, Deputy Chairman & CEO, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation; H.E. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, Minister of State for Energy Affairs, State of Qatar and President & CEO, QatarEnergy and Darren Woods, Chairman & CEO, ExxonMobil discuss how we can ensure equitable access to the world's energy supplies with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Elon Musk Speaks at QEF

Elon Musk, Technoking, Tesla talks with Bloomberg’s Editor-in-Chief John Micklethwait, at the Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Two: Rethinking Globalization

The New Reality for Financial Markets

Tidjane Thiam, Executive Chairman, Freedom Acquisition Corp. 1; H.E. Ghanem Al Ghenaiman, Managing Director, Kuwait Investment Authority and Jenny Johnson, President & CEO, Franklin Templeton discuss the current uncertainty of the financial markets and what can be done to return us to steady growth with Bloomberg’s Erik Schatzker at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

A New Era for Globalization

Ferit S. Şahenk, Chairman & CEO, Dogus Group; Bob Moritz, Global Chairman, PwC and H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim Al-Thani, Minister of Commerce & Industry, State of Qatar discuss globalization for the modern world with Bloomberg’s Stephanie Flanders at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

The Supply Chain Crisis

Abdulrahman Salim Al Hatmi, Group CEO, Asyad Group; The Honorable Dr. Fred Matiang'i, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Interior & Coordination of National Government, Republic of Kenya and H.E. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State & Chairman, Qatar Free Zones Authority, State of Qatar discuss how governments and businesses can speed the flow of goods across borders with Bloomberg’s Haslinda Amin at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Three: The New Energy Paradigm

Vitol’s Hardy on Global Energy

Russell Hardy, Group CEO, Vitol discusses the future of the global energy market with Bloomberg’s Haslinda Amin at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Africa: The World’s Rising Energy Power?

Tewodros Ashenafi, Chairman & CEO, Southwest Holdings and Jennifer Comalie, Chairperson, National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia discuss Africa’s new energy paradigm with Bloomberg’s Manus Cranny at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Honeywell’s Adamczyk on Energy Transition

Darius Adamczyk, Chairman & CEO, Honeywell International discusses balancing economic development and meeting energy demand with global energy transition goals with Bloomberg’s Erik Schatzker at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Standard Chartered’s Winters on Green Finance

Bill Winters, Group Chief Executive, Standard Chartered discusses the financing of the green economy with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Four: Where to Invest Right Now

Finance Ministers for Qatar, Egypt on Economy

H.E Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Maait, Minister of Finance, Arab Republic of Egypt and H.E. Ali bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, Minister of Finance, State of Qatar discuss how they are working to create high-growth, low-emission, climate-resilient and poverty eradicating economies. with Bloomberg’s Simone Foxman at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

In Conversation With President Tokayev

H.E. Kassym-Jomart K. Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan joins Bloomberg’s Manus Cranny at the Qatar Economic Forum.

QIA on Economic Diversification

H.E. Mansoor Bin Ebrahim Al-Mahmoud, CEO, Qatar Investment Authority discusses QIA’s economic diversification push with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua at the Qatar Economic Forum.

Qatar Central Bank, Roubini on Inflation

H.E. Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al-Thani, Governor, Qatar Central Bank and Nouriel Roubini, Chairman & CEO, Roubini Macro Associates discuss the latest on inflation and the economy with Bloomberg’s Stephanie Flanders at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Five: The Future of Africa

President of Rwanda on Economy

H.E. Paul Kagame, President, Republic of Rwanda discusses economy and navigating through a pandemic with 2022 Qatar Economic Forum host Zain Verjee.

President of Togo on Economy

H.E. Faure Gnassingbé, President of the Republic of Togo discusses how he is navigating the turbulent economic landscapes with Bloomberg’s Jennifer Zabasajja.

Qatar Economic Forum Gala Dinner

Mnuchin on State of Economy

Steven T. Mnuchin, 77th Secretary of the Treasury, The United States of America discusses the current state of the global economy with Bloomberg’s Erik Schatzker at the Qatar Economic Forum Gala Dinner.

Session Six: The Planet at a Tipping Point

Food Security in Peril

Dr. Christopher Cleverly, President, Tingo; Erez Galonska, Founder & CEO, Infarm; H.E. Dr. Muhammad Sulaiman Al Jasser, Chairman, Islamic Development Bank Group discuss the future of global food security with Bloomberg’s Jennifer Zabasajja at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

UN’s Amina Mohammed on Feeding the Planet

Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General, United Nations discusses progress on the UN’s SDGS with Qatar Economic Forum host Zain Verjee.

Session Seven: Travel Re-imagined

Marriott CEO on Future of Global Lodging

Anthony Capuano, CEO, Marriott International discusses the current state of the hotel industry and the future of global lodging with Bloomberg’s Scarlet Fu at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Accor’s Bazin on Travel

Sébastien Bazin, Chairman & CEO, Accor discusses his plans to lure travelers back to his properties with Bloomberg’s Mallika Kapur at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Trip.com’s Sun on Preparing for the Rebound

Jane Sun, CEO, Trip.com Group shares her outlook for global and Chinese tourism with Bloomberg’s Stephen Engle at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

From Celestial to Terrestrial: A Grounded Perspective

David Calhoun, President & CEO, The Boeing Company and Luis Gallego, CEO, International Airlines Group discuss how they are creating a more sustainable industry amidst the challenges of sky-high passenger demand, rising inflation and steep jet fuel prices with Bloomberg’s Guy Johnson at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Eight: Energy on the Move

Volkswagen CEO on the Future of EV’s

Dr. Herbert Diess, CEO, Volkswagen AG discusses the changes in consumer behavior and the latest on an industry in total revolution with Bloomberg’s Anna Edwards at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Namibia President on Inequality

H.E. Hage Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia discusses Namibia’s prospects of becoming an African energy superpower with Bloomberg’s Jennifer Zabasajja at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Nine: The New Consumer

Harrod’s Ward on Rethinking Luxury

Michael Ward, Managing Director, Harrods discusses the latest on global luxury retailing and how to deliver exemplary service in a post-Covid world with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Joe and the Juice CEO on Global Retail

Thomas Nørøxe, CEO, Joe and the Juice discusses the new normal for global retailers with Bloomberg’s Mallika Kapur at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Damac’s Sajwani on Real Estate Market

Hussain Sajwani, Chairman, DAMAC Properties discusses current real estate trends with Bloomberg’s Manus Cranny at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Ten: Africa and the World

Namibia’s First Lady on Inclusive Prosperity

Monica Geingos, First Lady, Republic of Namibia discusses how Africa is charting new and innovative paths towards a future of prosperity and inclusivity with 2022 Qatar Economic Forum host Zain Verjee

Harnessing Africa’s Talent and Creativity

Vimal Shah, Chairman, BIDCO Africa; Mohammed Dewji, CEO & President, MeTL Group; and Mo Abudu, CEO, EbonyLife Group discuss unlocking the economic potential of Africa’s youth, innovation and technology with Bloomberg’s Jennifer Zabasajja at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Session Eleven: The Business of Sport

ONE Championship Founder on Future of Sports

Chatri Sityodtong, Founder, Chairman & CEO, ONE Championship discusses Asia’s largest sports media property with Bloomberg’s Haslinda Amin at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

The Fastest Show on Two Wheels

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO, Dorna Sports discusses his illustrious career in motorsports and what’s next in the exciting and sustainable future for MotoGP with Bloomberg’s Jennifer Zabasajja at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

The Role of Sport in the Game of Life

H.E. Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani discusses the upcoming FIFA World Cup Finals 2022 and how sports and culture can be a driving force for economic growth, community enrichment and people-to-people diplomacy with 2022 Qatar Economic Forum host Zain Verjee.

Session Twelve: Kickoff to the World Cup

Delivering the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar

H.E. Hassan Al-Thawadi, Secretary General at Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, State of Qatar shares an update on World Cup 2022 preparations and the latest insights into the tournament’s lasting legacy with Bloomberg’s Simone Foxman at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

President of FIFA on upcoming World Cup

Gianni Infantino, President, FIFA shares his view on the upcoming World Cup, the future of football, its financial sustainability and its relationship with the fans with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua at the 2022 Qatar Economic Forum.

Roundtables

The Big Shift: Financial Services and FinTech

Unprecedented advances in financial technology have transformed the way individuals and institutions interact with formal financial services. Innovations in mobile payments, digital currencies, distributed ledger technology, and peer-to-peer marketplace lending have created new opportunities for the financial sector. In particular, highly focused and cost-efficient financial services will challenge conventional value chain, business models, and market positions. How is the industry responding to this new environment? What are the greatest FinTech innovations occurring right now, and what could disrupt FinTech innovators' road to success?

Lessons Learned: Adapting the Education Sector to Changing Global Realities

Tertiary education institutions today contend with competition from new actors to attract students and keep pace with the ever-evolving demands of the labor market, all while being tasked with closing the global skills gaps. Disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and recent geopolitical conflicts have further pulled back the curtain on the need and opportunity to structurally transform education. Will there be the dawn of a new era in tertiary education to better serve the needs of our global economy, or will leaders resist systemic change and largely maintain the status quo? How are innovators harnessing technology to prepare for future disruptions and create flexible higher education models?

Tech City: Infrastructure for a Connected World

With two-thirds of the world’s population projected to be living in cities by 2050, countries are investing heavily in smart city infrastructure and emerging technologies - including AI, IoT, smart mobility, and cleantech - to create smarter urban spaces that connect services and cater to human needs. What are the next steps in building the cities of tomorrow? How can cities across the world use connectivity as infrastructure to accelerate the application of smart cities?

The New Emerging Markets

With increased geopolitical uncertainty, weaker global growth, greater earnings risks, and higher inflation, emerging markets continue to experience a challenging and volatile environment well into 2022. Geopolitical tensions and signs of global monetary tightening risk exacerbating uneven and unpredictable performance across emerging economies. However, despite underperforming the developed markets MSCI World Index by nearly 2%, the challenges facing emerging markets also bring renewed opportunities. How are investors positioning themselves to manage liquidity risk and volatility? What actions can regulators and capital market participants take to grow liquidity, improve the efficiency of trading, and better service issuers and investors in their markets? What are the necessary market conditions needed to make continued investment in emerging markets attractive?

The Future of Public-Private Partnerships

Public-private partnerships (PPP) play a crucial role in accelerating next-generation transformations that connect communities, improve service delivery, and drive economic growth. As PPP continues to evolve, how can governments and industry harness lessons to improve public-private partnerships?

Road to Resilience: Improving Global Supply Chains

Globalization has extended companies’ production lines to all corners of the planet in search of lower costs – but the recent global supply chain crisis has renewed debates on the costs and benefits of globalization. Covid-19 has led to labor shortages, the international fragmentation of production, and geopolitical tensions that interfere with the free flow of goods. On top of this, infrastructure around the world continues to challenge traditional trade routes and needs constant updating. How can we recalibrate systems to be more resilient to stress and ensure there are greater safeguards in place to rebuild support for trade as an engine of global development and prosperity?

ESG 2.0: Ensuring Sustainability in an Evolving World

With ESG assets on track to exceed $50 trillion by 2025, roughly a third of all assets under management now consider some aspects of ESG information in their investment strategy. However, while interest in ESG continues to soar, questions around climate disclosures remain. As standardization and reporting structures continue to evolve, we're left to wonder what is in store for ESG 2.0? How are companies positioning themselves to investors? How are countries positioning themselves to corporations? What impact will this have on FDI and total return?

Sports and Tourism: A Win-Win for National Growth?

As mega sports events continue to draw larger and larger audiences, in-person events provide a potent catalyst for tourism development if destination branding, infrastructure development, and other economic and social benefits are successfully leveraged. With the potential to spur a lasting legacy that extends long past event dates, how are leaders incorporating global sports events into their national growth strategies?

Hydro Innovation: Solving the Global Water Crisis

Nearly 1.8 billion people, a quarter of the world’s population, are facing the potential of water shortages. Global leaders must work harder to find innovative solutions to address a looming and unprecedented crisis. As water shortages and drought become increasingly common, how can cities invest in infrastructure and find sustainable ways to prepare for a future of growing scarcity?

Memorandum of Understandings