Global Economic Forum Bangkok 2026

The Global Economic Forum Bangkok 2026 Annual Meeting will take place from October 10–14, 2026 at Grande Centre Point Lumpini, Bangkok, Thailand. Organized by CHG Global Organization under the leadership of Jacky Ong, the forum has evolved from the CHG Global Summit into a premier international platform for economic cooperation.

The theme for 2026 is “Shaping Resilient Economies, Advancing Sustainable Global Growth”, reflecting the need for actionable strategies amid global geopolitical and economic transformation. Over five days, the program will feature plenary sessions, sectoral discussions, executive masterclasses, and exclusive site visits designed to translate ideas into tangible outcomes.

Key focus areas include Artificial Intelligence & Digital Economy, Wellness & Tourism, Energy & Green Finance, and Global Trade & Cross-border Partnerships. The forum emphasizes convergence of leadership, capital, and innovation to drive sustainable growth.

The agenda is structured around 8 Strategic Pillars:

1. Global Wellness Economy
2. Global AI & Digital Economy
3. Global Tourism Economy
4. Global Supply Chain, Net Zero & Logistics
5. Global Economic Outlook & Geopolitics
6. Global Energy Security Economy
7. Global Green Finance & Sustainable Innovation
8. Global Investment and Trade Economy

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Elevate Your Global Impact: The 2nd Global Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Bangkok Serves as the Ultimate Strategic Prelude to the World Bank & IMF Annual Meetings 2026

BANGKOK, THAILAND The 2nd Global Economic Forum (GEF) Annual Meeting is officially set to convene from October 10th to 14th, 2026, at the premier Grande Centre Point Lumpini, Bangkok, Thailand. Under the core theme, "Shaping Resilient Economies, Advancing Sustainable Global Growth," this landmark 5-day summit delivers a critical advantage to the global financial elite arriving in Thailand.

The Ultimate Bangkok Double-Header: Why This Timing Matters

The GEF Annual Meeting 2026 is strategically positioned just two days before the official opening of the World Bank Group & International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings (taking place in Bangkok from October 12th to 18th, 2026).

For international delegates, central bankers, finance ministers, institutional investors, and global business leaders, this offers an unparalleled operational and networking opportunity:

Maximize Your Travel ROI:Arrive in Bangkok early and engage in deep-dive corporate and private-sector dialogues before the rigid, policy-heavy ministerial schedule of the WB-IMF meetings begins.

The Power Framework (12th–14th October): For delegates arriving for the start of the IMF-World Bank week, joining the GEF Masterclasses and Site Visits from October 12th to 14th serves as the perfect, high-level intelligence briefing to preview regional market trends and solidify public-private partnerships before diving into official IMF-WBG plenary sessions.

A Bridging Platform:While the IMF-World Bank meetings focus heavily on sovereign macroeconomic policies, GEF bridges the gap by connecting those policies directly to corporate strategy, venture capital, technology, and actionable regional investment.

An Exclusive Invitation to Global Stakeholders

The Global Economic Forum extends a formal invitation to leaders across all sectors and nations to join this high-level dialogue:

Heads of Government & State** looking to align multilateral policies.

Public International Organizations & NGOs driving global developmental impact.

Banking & Finance Institutions shaping investment and next-gen fintech frameworks.

Education Pioneers & Academics redesigning curricula for the future AI economy.

Global Business Leaders, Investors, & Young Business Leaders seeking high-profile joint ventures and cross-border commercial opportunities.

5 Days of Impact, Innovation, and Actionable Opportunities

As outlined in the forum's schedule 

 The 5-day program seamlessly transitions from high-level forum dialogues to intensive masterclasses:

Day 1 (10 Oct) | Forum Launch:Opening Ceremony, Plenary Sessions, Leadership Dialogues, Networking Reception, structured Business Matching, and the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony.

Day 2 (11 Oct) | Broad Dialogue:Deep-dive Panel Discussions, Parallel Sessions, targeted Business Matching, and interactive Leadership Dialogues.

Days 3 to 5 (12–14 Oct) | 3-Day Intensive Masterclasses & Exclusive Site Visits: Transitions into hands-on Executive Masterclasses providing global insights across 8 Strategic Pillars, combined with Onsite Experiences, Public-Private Engagement, and exclusive networking visits like the EEC (Eastern Economic Corridor) Innovation Visit.

Key Themes & High-Impact Topics

As detailed in the forum's structural framework (referenced in 

The event will deeply explore cutting-edge regional and macroeconomic subjects:

Health, Wellness & Wellbeing in Asia and Global:The longevity economy, preventative healthcare tech, medical tourism hubs, and integrating traditional Eastern medicine with Western healthcare.

Tourism and Hospitality in Southeast Asia and Global: Regenerative tourism, hyper-personalization via AI, luxury travel trends, and balancing cultural preservation with mass tourism.

Southeast Asia Investment and Global:Navigating the "China+1" strategy, FDI inflows to ASEAN, venture capital trends, and green finance/ESG mandates.

Real Estate in Asia and Global: PropTech, blockchain integration, green building decarbonization, and affordable housing solutions.

Untouched Destinations in Asia and Global: Eco-tourism infrastructure, community-based tourism, and financing biodiversity conservation.

Smart Cities & Intelligent Infrastructure: Optimizing traffic and waste through AI-driven urban planning, integrating smart grids, and exploring Thailand's EECC 2030 Investment & Innovation Hub.

AI & Future Education:** Preparing Gen Z and Alpha for the AI economy, EdTech inclusivity in rural ASEAN, and ethical AI learning environments.

Global Trade, Geopolitics & Peace:Navigating de-globalization, supply chain resilience, dealing with inflation, and defending against cybersecurity threats.

Step In. Take Your Place. Shape the Future.

Do not miss the opportunity to double your impact during Bangkok's most important economic week of the decade. Register your delegation, explore partnership opportunities, or request further booking details today.

Official Website: www.geconomicforum.org

Inquiries & Registration Email: info@geforumimpact.org

Contact Number: +66 061-7078717