Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, will play a prominent role at the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland. As part of his itinerary, he will participate in a pivotal workshop organized by the African Development Bank (AfDB) to foster impactful dialogues on Africa’s economic future. A Platform for Global Collaboration The World Economic Forum is a renowned platform where global leaders, business executives, and development partners converge to address critical global and economic challenges. This year’s discussions will aim to develop strategies for fostering sustainable growth and building resilience in the face of global challenges. African Development Bank Workshop Vice President Shettima will attend a workshop hosted by the African Development Bank titled “Roadmap to Co-create Investment Opportunities for Africa’s Frontier Markets.” This session will focus on attracting investment to Africa and driving inclusive development across the continent. Highlights of Shettima’s Engagements Launch of the Humanitarian and Resilience Investing (HRI) Roadmap for Africa A major focus of Shettima’s engagements will be the unveiling of the Humanitarian and Resilience Investing (HRI) Roadmap for Africa. This initiative, developed in partnership with the African Development Bank and other stakeholders, seeks to establish public-private partnerships and increase investments in Africa’s emerging markets. Co-chairing the Digital Trade Forum Shettima will also co-chair a high-level forum titled “Turning Digital Trade into a Catalyst for Growth in Africa” at the Pischa Congress Centre. This discussion aims to explore how private-sector innovation can accelerate the implementation of the AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol, adopted by the African Union in January 2024. Panelist for “Global Risks 2025” The Vice President will participate as a panelist in the “Global Risks 2025” session at the Aspen 2 Congress Centre. This panel will address key geopolitical, technological, and environmental risks shaping the global landscape in the near future. About the 2025 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting The 2025 WEF Annual Meeting will take place from January 20-24, 2025, in Davos, Switzerland, under the theme “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.” The event will focus on five interconnected thematic priorities: The annual meeting provides a platform for collaborative discussions, enabling world leaders and stakeholders to identify solutions to global challenges and foster public-private cooperation. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
Discover Vice President Kashim Shettima’s impactful engagements at the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, as he represents Nigeria in advancing economic opportunities and addressing global risks ABUJA — Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Davos, Switzerland, to represent Nigeria at the prestigious 2025 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF). This global event convenes prominent leaders, business executives, and development partners to tackle pressing economic challenges and explore strategies for sustainable global and national growth. Key Highlights of Vice President Shettima’s Agenda Bilateral Discussions for Economic Advancement During his stay, Vice President Shettima will engage in high-level bilateral meetings aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s economic prospects. These discussions will focus on addressing global risks and creating pathways for economic growth. AfDB Workshop on Africa’s Frontier Markets One of the standout events on his itinerary is a workshop titled “Roadmap to Co-create Investment Opportunities for Africa’s Frontier Markets”, organized by the African Development Bank (AfDB) in collaboration with the WEF. This workshop aims to attract capital flows into Africa to drive inclusive development and build resilience across the continent. Launch of the HRI Roadmap for Africa Vice President Shettima will also oversee the launch of the Humanitarian and Resilience Investing (HRI) Roadmap for Africa, a collaborative initiative between the AfDB and key partners. This effort seeks to encourage public-private partnerships and attract investments into Africa’s emerging markets. Forum on Digital Trade Growth in Africa Another significant engagement is his co-chairing of a forum titled “Turning Digital Trade into a Catalyst for Growth in Africa” at the Pischa Congress Centre. The forum will focus on leveraging the private sector to accelerate the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Trade Protocol, which was adopted by African Union leaders in January 2024. Participation in Global Risks 2025 Panel Vice President Shettima is set to be a panelist in a session titled “Global Risks 2025” at the Aspen 2 Congress Centre. This panel will delve into critical geopolitical, technological, and environmental risks shaping the global landscape. Crystal Awards Dinner Shettima will attend the Annual Meeting 2025 Crystal Awards Dinner at Kurpark Village, Eiger, alongside heads of state, government officials, and leaders of international organizations. Accompanying Delegation Vice President Shettima is joined in Davos by senior Nigerian officials, including the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, and the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Aisha Rimi. After completing his engagements, the Vice President is scheduled to return to Abuja. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
