The 8th edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) kicks off tomorrow, October 22, at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre.
Organised by Invest in Sharjah with WAIPA and the UAE Ministry of Investment, the forum brings together over 10,000 participants from 142 countries © Mena Today
The 8th edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) kicks off tomorrow, October 22, at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre.
For the first time, the event is held alongside the WAIPA World Investment Conference (WIC 2025), creating a powerful global platform for economic dialogue.
Organised by Invest in Sharjah with WAIPA and the UAE Ministry of Investment, the forum brings together over 10,000 participants from 142 countries, and features 130 international speakers, including ministers, policymakers, and business leaders.
Held under the theme “Transforming Our World: Investing for a Resilient and Sustainable Future”, SIF 2025 focuses on forward-looking investment strategies, sustainability, and economic resilience. Key topics include sustainable finance, smart agriculture, food security, and empowering SMEs.
Notable speakers include Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, UAE Minister Mohamed Alsuwaidi, and Nobel laureate Prof. Raekwon Chung. The forum features 160 sessions and 120 bilateral meetings, emphasizing global cooperation in investment.
Backed by 24+ partners across finance, real estate, tech, and media, the event positions Sharjah as a rising global hub for sustainable investment and innovation.
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