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🌍 Meet the Executive Board of the WAIPA's World Investment Conference (WIC) The World Investment Conference is the unique global platform since 1995, where transformative ideas are shared, partnerships flourish, and the future of investment is shaped. This year, we’re taking it a step further. We are proud to announce the newly appointed WIC Executive Board — a key milestone in WIC’s evolution as the premier forum for global investment dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. The Executive Board will guide every aspect of the conference—from agenda-setting to launching global initiatives—ensuring that WIC reflects WAIPA’s mission of fostering sustainable investments and strengthening collaboration among IPAs. 💡 Steering the vision: At the helm is Dr. James Zhan, appointed as Chair of the WIC Executive Board with full endorsement from WAIPA’s Steering Committee. Dr. Zhan’s expertise in shaping sustainable investment policies will play a pivotal role in advancing WIC’s global influence. Alongside Dr. Zhan, we proudly introduce the esteemed members of the Executive Board: 🔹 Ismail Ersahin – Executive Director & CEO, WAIPA 🔹 Patrik Wermelinger – Chief Investment Promotion Officer, Switzerland Global Enterprise & WAIPA Vice-President 🔹 Sean Doherty – Head, International Trade & Investment, World Economic Forum 🔹 Dr. Caroline King – Global Head Business Development, Government Affairs, SAP 🔹 Rie Vejs-Kjeldgaard – Director, Sustainable Enterprises, Productivity and Just Transition Department, International Labour Organization 🔹 Jacopo Dettoni – Editor, fDi Intelligence, Specialist Publication, Financial Times 🔹 Escipion Joaquin Oliveira Gomez– Director, Division of Enterprise Competitiveness and Institutions, International Trade Centre Each member brings a unique perspective, but they share a common vision: to elevate WIC as the premier platform for global investment dialogue and a catalyst for meaningful change. 🚀 A New Era Begins This is the start of a new journey and we can't wait to share what's next for WIC!

“Globally AI technologies are increasingly promising tremendous economic gains, yet simultaneously we face a rapidly closing window to address climate change, and billions still await the benefits of digital transformation. This is not a choice between profit, people, or planet – it is about achieving a fine-balance advancing all three through thoughtful industrial and investment policy-making, innovation, and collaboration at multiple tiers”. – Vikrant Khazanchi, Head – Emerging & Deep Tech Sectors, Invest India As part of the context setting for this WAIPA-Invest India Accredited Session held during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 at Davos, Vikrant highlighted some pertinent examples from India on AI technologies being leveraged for inclusive growth, sustainable value creation and green empowerment. Nivruti Rai Ismail Ersahin James Zhan Dushyant Thakor Vikrant Khazanchi

Representing WAIPA at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting Davos 2025, Dr. James Zhan and I had the distinct pleasure of engaging in a productive meeting with HE Nurul Ichwan Deputy Minister for Investment Promotion at the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry / Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) Indonesia is a shining example of economic dynamism, and our conversation focused on strategies to enhance the country’s investment competitiveness while ensuring inclusive and sustainable growth. We explored how WAIPA can support IPAs in navigating the challenges of an ever-evolving global economy, with particular emphasis on leveraging digital transformation and sustainable investment opportunities. At WAIPA, we remain committed to empowering nations to thrive on the global stage. #InvestIndonesiaNOW #FDI #IPAs

“When you think about solving higher-level opportunities around the risk chain, you need a common technology framework—an orchestration of your data with market data signals, tailored to unique use cases.”– Theodore Krantz Jr., CEO, interos.ai 📽️ Watch the insights and forward-thinking perspectives shared during our session at Davos 2025, where industry leaders explored how predictive technology and AI frameworks are transforming risk management and investment strategies. WAIPA - Invest India Accredited Session| World Economic Forum, Davos 2025

“We have the India AI Vision, which focuses on building a skilled workforce, developing democratic computing infrastructure, and making data, use cases, and replicable models accessible to all stakeholders—from startups to researchers.” – Mr. Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry of India 📽️ Watch the insights from our session during the World Economic Forum, Davos 2025, moderated by Dr. James Zhan, Chair of the Executive Board, World Investment Conference, where Mr. Bhatia highlights India’s strategic approach to integrating AI into sustainable development and investment. WAIPA - Invest India Accredited Session| World Economic Forum, Davos 2025

One of the highlights of WEF Davos 2025 was our joint meeting with Dr. James Zhan, Chair of the Executive Board of the World Investment Conference, and Mr. Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat Our discussion was both insightful and forward-looking, focusing on the immense potential of #Africa as an #investment destination. With the AfCFTA initiative reshaping the continent’s trade and investment landscape, we explored the opportunities for mutual collaboration to promote and facilitate cross-border investments that drive industrialization, job creation, and sustainable development. Secretary General Mene’s vision for Africa’s economic transformation is inspiring, and our dialogue emphasized the critical role partnerships will play in achieving these goals. At WAIPA we look forward to deepening our engagement with AfCFTA and contributing to the success of this transformative agenda.

Attending the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 in #Davos for the fourth time has once again been a remarkable opportunity to connect with the world’s top decision-makers, exchange visionary ideas, and strengthen partnerships that drive meaningful economic development. During this year's forum, Dr. James Zhan, Chair of the Executive Board of the World Investment Conference and I had a privilege of meeting with His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister Chanthol Sun of Cambodia. Our discussion focused on advancing Cambodia’s investment landscape, particularly through strategic international collaboration. His Excellency’s insights on fostering sustainable growth in Cambodia and his emphasis on international partnerships truly resonated with WAIPA’s mission of empowering #IPAs to become catalysts for transformation. Engaging with high-level leaders such as His Excellency underscores the importance of WAIPA’s work in facilitating dialogues that result in impactful investments, benefiting both economies and communities.

“When we focus on targeted challenges, public-private partnerships create transformative solutions. For instance, in Europe’s rail sector, we’re applying AI to lifecycle data, determining whether materials can be refurbished, reused, or recycled. This paves the way for a more sustainable and circular economy.” – Ms. Devina Pasta, CEO, Siemens Software, Siemens From mobility solutions to material reuse, this conversation offers fresh perspectives on leveraging AI to achieve meaningful change. 🎥 Watch Ms. Pasta’s valuable contribution to our panel discussion at Davos. WAIPA - Invest India Accredited Session| World Economic Forum, Davos 2025

“Implementing basic AI is often easier than other technologies due to its nature as a general-purpose technology. However, success depends on having the right tech infrastructure, cybersecurity, skills, clean energy, and an agile policy environment.” – Mr. Sean Doherty, Head, International Trade and Investment, World Economic Forum In his special remarks, at the WAIPA - Invest India Accredited Session during the Davos 2025, Mr. Doherty emphasized the importance of fostering digital-friendly investment climates, particularly in emerging economies. He highlights how collaboration and forward-thinking policies are shaping the future of AI-driven growth. 🎥 Watch his full address to learn how we can build the foundation for AI to thrive globally.

At the WAIPA - Invest India Accredited Session during World Economic Forum Davos 2025, WAIPA ED & CEO delivered an impactful welcome address, shedding light on how AI is transforming investment landscapes: 📌 “𝘈𝘐 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴—𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘍𝘋𝘐 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘸. 𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘧 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥𝘸𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 4𝘵𝘩 𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 2024 𝘸𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘐-𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘦𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘢 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤. 𝘐𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢 𝘧𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘧𝘵.” – said Mr. Ismail Ersahin, Executive Director & CEO, WAIPA From precision agriculture to renewable energy, AI-driven investments are leading innovations that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and cut carbon footprints. 🌱 The session reinforced how FDI in AI can be a force for good, creating solutions that address global challenges while driving economic growth.