Energy is a driving force for opportunity, inclusion, and pragmatic change across global socioeconomic progress. Access to reliable, affordable and efficient energy – particularly electricity – has a significant and impact on economic development and is strongly tied to higher levels of economic growth and improved living standards.

In addition to the global priority of ensuring reliable energy access for all, government and leaders are tasked with the equally critical urgency of meeting rapidly spiking energy demand driven by the unprecedented rise of AI, rapid urbanisation, increasing industrial activity and more. Paired with global sustainability agendas, policymakers must pragmatically champion an inclusive approach across traditional and emerging energy sources that are best suited for their national and regional energy advantages and challenges.

Establishing a solutions-driven dialogue that balances energy security with sustainability and energy realism that can drive shared global prosperity while fostering cross-sector partnerships to meet the world’s growing energy demands in the most cost- and carbon-efficient way possible.

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Gain perspective from government leaders on how a pragmatic approach embracing diverse energy sources ensures stable, sustainable and resilient energy markets while unlocking economic opportunities worldwide.

This forward-looking fireside chat, political risk expert Ian Bremmer shares insights on how today’s geopolitical dynamics are reshaping energy trade, investment confidence, and the role of emerging markets. From new cross-border partnerships to the strategic positioning of major powers, the discussion will examine how global relations are being redefined and what opportunities this creates for energy leaders.

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Hear from a leading expert in economics and geopolitics on the evolving global energy map and how shifting geopolitical dynamics are shaping the future of energy.

The IEA projects global demand for oil and gas is set to peak by 2030, with all major climate scenarios concluding that the 2050 energy mix will include oil and gas, albeit in smaller volumes than today. As the world continues to rely on energy for economic growth and technological advancement, oil and gas will have an important role to play in providing a stable and affordable energy supply. However, the industry is navigating multi-faceted challenges around delivering the required energy supply, meeting the expected returns of their public and private shareholders, and achieving decarbonisation and climate ambitions. How can oil and gas companies balance these different requirements? How are they working across the different value chains to help manage the demand? How are they future proofing their business model and operations through their investments?

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Global CEOs will share insights into how they are balancing business priorities whilst meeting the rapidly increasing energy demand and the realities of climate change.