6th GCC Financial Markets & Treasury Conference

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6th GCC FMT Conference

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF GCC CAPITAL MARKETS, TREASURY AND INVESTMENT

The 6th GCC Financial Markets & Treasury Conference is a premier regional platform bringing together professionals from the financial markets and treasury industry. Hosted by the UAE Financial Markets Association (UAE FMA), the conference will feature key discussions, market insights, and high-level networking opportunities connecting banks, financial institutions, and market participants from across the GCC and beyond.

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08:00 – 09:00Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Registration & Networking

Delegates arrive and network with senior leaders from across capital markets, treasury, banking, investment, and regulatory institutions. This opening session sets the tone for collaboration, relationship-building, and high-level engagement across the GCC financial ecosystem.

09:00 – 09:10Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Official Inauguration and Opening Speeches

Official opening of the conference introducing the theme “Shaping the Future of GCC Capital Markets, Treasury & Investment” and highlighting the role of financial markets in driving regional economic growth and global integration.

09:10 – 09:20Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Opening Remarks

Strategic opening remarks outlining the vision of the conference and the importance of collaboration between regulators, institutions, and investors in strengthening GCC capital markets.

09:20 – 09:30Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Strategic Partner Address

Insights from the strategic partner on innovation, capital market development, and the evolving role of partnerships in strengthening financial ecosystems across the GCC.

09:30 – 10:10Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Global Financial Climate

A macroeconomic keynote exploring global financial conditions, capital flows, geopolitical risk, and the growing importance of sustainable finance and ESG frameworks shaping global investment decisions.

10:10 – 11:00Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

The Future of GCC Capital Markets (Panel Discussion)

Explores IPO pipelines, liquidity development, regulatory harmonisation, fintech disruption, cross-border investment, and the GCC’s expanding role in global capital markets.

11:00 – 11:30Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Coffee Break & Networking

Mid-morning networking break allowing delegates to continue discussions and build relationships across the financial ecosystem.

11:30 – 12:20Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Role of Financial Markets in Supporting GCC Economic Growth (Panel Discussion)

Examines how capital markets, banking systems, and investment flows support diversification, infrastructure development, SME growth, and long-term economic transformation.

12:20 – 13:10Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Keynote Speech

Senior-level keynote addressing global financial trends, investment strategy, and structural transformation of financial markets.

13:10 – 14:10Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Networking Lunch

Structured networking session enabling cross-sector engagement and collaboration.

14:10 – 15:00Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Treasury, Technology & Future Finance (Panel Discussion)

Explores AI, digital banking, blockchain, automation, and the evolution of treasury into a strategic financial command function.

15:00 – 15:30Day 1Thursday, 19th November, 2026

Strengthening Market Liquidity & Attracting Global Investors (Panel Discussion)

Focuses on liquidity enhancement, market structure reform, transparency, and increasing global investor participation in GCC capital markets.