8 Mega Trends Reshaping the Global Economy
01 Health, Wellness & Wellbeing Economy $6.8T Global Wellness Economy
- The Longevity Economy & Aging Demographics
- Preventive Healthcare & Wellness Technology
- Affordable Healthcare Access
- Medical Tourism Hubs
- Eastern & Western Medicine Integration
- AI, Biotechnology & Genomic Medicine
02 Smart Cities, Infrastructure & Sustainable Industrial Growth $15T+ Infrastructure Opportunity
- AI-Driven Urban Planning
- EVs, Autonomous Vehicles & Future Mobility
- Smart Grids & Energy Storage
- Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity
- 5G, 6G & IoT Connectivity
- Human-Centric Smart Cities
03 AI, Technology, Future Education & Digital Economy $2.5T+ Frontier Technology Market
- AI in Education
- Future Workforce & Reskilling
- EdTech & Digital Inclusion
- Future Universities & Micro-Credentials
- Public-Private Technology Education
- AI & Personalized Learning
04 Tourism, Hospitality & Medical Tourism $11.6T Global Tourism Economy
- Regenerative Tourism
- AI & Personalized Hospitality
- MICE Industry Development
- Digital Nomads & Long-Stay Tourism
- Luxury Travel
- Aviation Infrastructure
05 Untouched Destinations, Climate Change & Sustainable Tourism $11.6T Addressable Tourism Economy
- Eco-Tourism Infrastructure
- Community-Based Tourism
- Emerging & Untouched Destinations
- Adventure Tourism & Remote Luxury
- Cultural & Indigenous Heritage
- Visitor Carrying Capacity
06 Investment, Energy Transition, Supply Chains & Logistics $25T+ Connected Market Value
- ASEAN Energy Transformation
- Green Finance & ESG
- Cross-Border Digital Finance
- Energy & Infrastructure Financing
- EEC 2030 & Southeast Asia Investment
- Sovereign Wealth Funds
07 Real Estate, Investment Innovation & Green Finance $393T Global Real Estate Assets
- Smart & Sustainable Developments
- Commercial & Mixed-Use Investment
- Industrial & Logistics Real Estate
- PropTech & Digital Transformation
- Cross-Border Investment & REITs
- Emerging Real Estate Markets
08 Global Trade, Geopolitics & Peace $24.4T+ Annual Global Trade
- De-Globalization, Friend-Shoring & Trade Blocs
- Digital Trade & Cross-Border Payments
- Inflation, Interest Rates & Currencies
- Critical Minerals, Energy & Food Security
- Cyber Warfare & Information Security
- Corporate Diplomacy & Geopolitical Risk
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Thailand
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Thailand
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Thailand
Thailand Charter of Health
Thailand
Institute of Tourism
Belgium
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Our Sponsors
Main Strategic Sponsor
Strategic Sponsors
Platinum & Gold Sponsors
Reviva International
Thailand
IARO
Japan
Ticket & Program Comparison
See the program by day, then compare exactly what an individual attendee (B2C) or business participant (B2B) can access — including daytime programs, evening events, speaking opportunities, business matching, exhibition, masterclasses and site visits.
Individual / Attendee Access
For participants who want to attend, watch, learn, network and experience the Forum. Daytime and evening access depend on the ticket selected.
Business Participation & Visibility
For companies and business delegates seeking speaking opportunities, company introductions, business matching, exhibition visibility, award nomination or MOU facilitation.
GEF Annual Meeting / Global Leader Group Forum
Main leadership program with keynote discussions and the Global Leader Group Forum.
Global Business Pitching
Businesses present their company, opportunity, leadership case, solutions or collaboration interests.
Global Business Introduction Presentation
Introduce your company, products, services, business interests and the partners or opportunities you are seeking.
International Business Matching
Direct business discussions with companies, owners, executives, investors, entrepreneurs and delegates.
Business Showcase & Exhibition
Explore participating companies, products, services, technologies and business opportunities.
International Networking
Connect with speakers, executives, entrepreneurs, investors, companies and international delegates.
Executive Networking Lunch
Focused executive introductions, business conversations and relationship building in a dedicated lunch environment.
Gala Dinner
Official evening networking and formal Forum dinner. A standalone evening-only ticket is also available.
1-Day All-Day Pass · Daytime Only
- Access 09:00–18:30
- GEF Annual Meeting / Global Leader Group Forum
- Watch business pitching and company presentations
- International Business Matching
- Business Showcase & Exhibition
- International Networking
- GEF Certificate of Attendance / Participation
1-Day All-Day + Gala Dinner
- Everything included in the daytime pass
- Gala Dinner included
- 19:30–22:30
- Wanalai Room
- GEF Certificate included
Gala Dinner Only · Evening Ticket
- Gala Dinner access only
- 19:30–22:30
- Wanalai Room
- No daytime access
Executive Networking Lunch — Add-On
- 12:00–14:00
- Malai Restaurant · 11th Floor
- Requires valid Day 1 admission
B2B All Access + 2 Speaking Slots
- 1 person
- Daytime + Gala Dinner access
- Business matching and exhibition
- 5-min Business Introduction Presentation
- 5-min Business Pitching slot
- Gala Dinner included
2-Day Business Matching Table Package · 10–11 Oct
- 2 passes per day
- Dedicated Business Matching Table
- Valid 10–11 October
- 5-min company introduction each day
- Eligible daytime programs
- Evening activities included
2-Day Exhibition Booth Package · 10–11 Oct
- Exhibition booth for both days
- Valid 10–11 October
- 5-min company presentation each day
- Eligible daytime programs
- Evening activities included
Executive Networking Lunch — Add-On
- 12:00–14:00
- Malai Restaurant · 11th Floor
GEF Knowledge Sharing
15-minute expert presentations focused on practical knowledge, expertise, case studies and business insight.
GEF Talk
15-minute focused talks featuring ideas, experience, leadership insight and practical perspectives.
International Business Matching
Meet companies, executives, investors, entrepreneurs and international delegates for direct business discussions.
Global Business Introduction Presentation
Introduce your company, products, services, partnership interests and the opportunities you are seeking.
Project Presentations
Present projects, opportunities, development stage, requirements and potential collaboration.
Investor Presentations
Investors present investment interests, mandates, focus areas and opportunities.
Business Showcase & Exhibition
Explore participating companies, products, services, technologies and business opportunities.
International Networking
Connect with speakers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and international delegates.
Executive Networking Lunch
Dedicated networking lunch for focused introductions, business conversations and executive relationship building.
Cocktail Networking & Awards
Evening networking, international business connections and awards activities.
1-Day All-Day Pass · Daytime Only
- Access 09:00–18:30
- GEF Knowledge Sharing
- GEF Talk
- Business matching
- Exhibition and networking
- GEF Certificate
1-Day All-Day + Cocktail Networking & Awards
- Everything included in daytime pass
- Cocktail Networking & Awards included
- 19:30–22:30
- Wanalai Room
Cocktail Networking & Awards Only
- Evening-only admission
- 19:30–22:30
- Wanalai Room
- No daytime access
Executive Networking Lunch — Add-On
- 12:00–14:00
- Malai Restaurant · 11th Floor
B2B All Access + Speaking
- 1 person
- Daytime + evening access
- Knowledge Sharing & GEF Talk access
- International Business Matching
- Business Showcase & Exhibition
- Speaking participation
- Cocktail Networking & Awards included
2-Day Business Matching Table Package · 10–11 Oct
- 2 passes per day
- Dedicated matching table
- 5-min company introduction each day
- Eligible Day 1–2 programs
- Evening activities included
2-Day Exhibition Booth Package · 10–11 Oct
- Exhibition booth for both days
- 5-min company presentation each day
- Eligible Day 1–2 programs
- Evening activities included
Executive Networking Lunch — Add-On
- 12:00–14:00
- Malai Restaurant · 11th Floor
Longevity Innovation Masterclass
From cellular science to precision healthy aging; explores longevity science, healthy aging and cellular innovation.
Sustainability & Carbon Strategy Masterclass
Revenue generation through sustainability and carbon strategy, with a focus on business value and market opportunity.
OD Innova Cosmec — Morning Site Visit
Guided innovation-center visit focused on facilities, operations, innovation and business collaboration opportunities.
Chachoengsao & Chonburi EEC Site Visit
Explore industrial development, business opportunities, investment potential and partnerships in the Eastern Economic Corridor.
OD Innova Cosmec — Afternoon Site Visit
Afternoon guided visit focused on innovation facilities, operations and business collaboration.
Longevity Innovation Masterclass
Sustainability & Carbon Strategy Masterclass
OD Innova Cosmec — Morning Site Visit
Chachoengsao & Chonburi EEC Site Visit
OD Innova Cosmec — Afternoon Site Visit
2-Day Exhibition Booth + Masterclass Access · 12–13 October
- One package covers both 12 & 13 October
- Exhibition booth for both days
- 1 person
- Choose 1 masterclass on 12 October
- Choose 1 masterclass on 13 October
- Maximum 2 masterclasses total
- Site visits are not included
Longevity Innovation Masterclass
Sustainability & Carbon Strategy Masterclass
OD Innova Cosmec — Morning Site Visit
Chachoengsao & Chonburi EEC Site Visit
OD Innova Cosmec — Afternoon Site Visit
Precision Cancer Care Masterclass
Innovation in precision cancer care through BNCT, artificial intelligence and regenerative medicine.
Patient Experience, Wellness & Prevention Masterclass
Practical insight into improving patient experience, service design, wellness and prevention strategy.
Bangsaen EEC Innovation Hub Site Visit
Guided visit focused on the innovation ecosystem, business, technology and collaboration opportunities.
Precision Cancer Care Masterclass
Patient Experience, Wellness & Prevention Masterclass
Bangsaen EEC Innovation Hub Site Visit
2-Day Exhibition Booth + Masterclass Access · 12–13 October
- Same 2-day package shown on 12 October
- One purchase covers both 12 & 13 October
- Exhibition booth for both days
- 1 person
- Choose 1 masterclass on 12 October
- Choose 1 masterclass on 13 October
- Maximum 2 masterclasses total
- Site visits are not included
Precision Cancer Care Masterclass
Patient Experience, Wellness & Prevention Masterclass
Bangsaen EEC Innovation Hub Site Visit
Rayong EEC Industrial Zone Site Visit
Guided industrial and investment-focused visit exploring industrial development, business opportunities and potential partnerships in Rayong EEC.
Rayong EEC Industrial Zone Site Visit
Rayong EEC Industrial Zone Site Visit
B2B Business Enhancements
Additional B2B recognition, business-development and partnership services available separately from the standard attendee ticket options.
YGEL Award Nomination
- Young Global Economic Leader nomination
- Nomination into the award-selection process
- No required pitching slot
- Top 3 selected candidates are awarded
- Nomination does not guarantee an award
GEL Award Nomination · Age 50+
- For candidates aged 50 and above, inclusive
- Nomination into the GEL award-selection process
- No required pitching slot
- Top 3 selected candidates are awarded
- Nomination does not guarantee an award
MOU Signing Facilitation · 1 MOU
- Select a company or organization you are interested in working with
- GEF Secretariat supports introduction and coordination
- Support for arranging one MOU signing once both parties agree
- Fee covers facilitation and coordination
Distinguished Global Speakers
Distinguished participants across the Annual Meeting Day 1, GEF Knowledge Sharing Day 2 and GEF Talk Day 2.
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