The 2026 BAFT MENA Forum, taking place January 20–21, 2026, in Dubai, UAE brings together the region’s senior executives, influencers and industry experts to explore the forces redefining MENA’s financial ecosystem.

This year’s theme, Tech, Tides, and Transformation, captures the accelerating convergence of technology and banking amid shifting global and regional currents. From stablecoins, tokenization, and generative AI to evolving trade corridors and macroeconomic realignments, these sessions will examine how transaction banking, specifically within the Middle East North Africa context, are navigating change, fostering collaboration, and driving new opportunities for growth and resilience.

In addition to these thought-provoking and interactive sessions, the Forum provides a platform to connect with peers, partners, and innovators shaping the next wave of transformation. Participants will engage in bilateral meetings and dedicated networking sessions designed to spark collaboration and deliver actionable insights during the 2-day Forum.

he Asian Financial Forum (AFF) is the region’s premier platform that brings together influential leaders from government, finance, and business communities globally for ground-breaking discussions and exchange of insights on the global economy from an Asian perspective. The AFF 2025 convened over 130 elite speakers from around the world and attracted over 3,600 visitors from 60 countries and regions, including over 70 overseas and Mainland China delegations, participating for thought leadership and discussions while witnessing the latest fintech advancements, emerging business strategies, and expanding their professional networks.

As an integral part of the forum, the Deal-Making facilitates one-to-one meetings between sources of funds and sources of deals, enabling participants to meet with potential business partners from around the world. At AFF 2025, over 720 meetings were arranged for over 560 project owners and over 280 investors in various sectors, including fintech, environment, energy & clean tech, food & agriculture, healthcare tech, deep tech, infrastructure & real estate and more.

Register to connect ideas, share insights, learn from industry leaders, and explore the future of trade and payments together during this three-day conference. 

The BAFT Europe Forum is specifically designed for Transaction Banking practitioners and others involved in the Trade and Payments industry. The focus is on education and thought leadership around the key issues impacting Transaction Banking.

The ACT Cash Management Conference returns to London on 17 March 2026. With a track record spanning over ten years, this established event brings together treasury and finance professionals for a day of strategic insights, topical panel sessions, and valuable networking.

The event will explore the key challenges facing treasurers today, uncover emerging issues, and equip you with practical tools and strategic insights to navigate the evolving cash and liquidity landscape.

Join ACT for two days of specially curated content and unrivalled networking at the UK’s largest conference and exhibition dedicated to the treasury community.

Once again, we’ll be bringing you the latest developments in treasury through an agenda filled with strategic and practical insights from specialist speakers, with content designed to engage all levels of the treasury function and the wider financial community.

The ITFA Americas Regional Chapter  is thrilled to announceITFA Americas’ 29th Annual Conference, a must-attend event in the vibrant heart of Miami!

Join us from Wednesday, 27 May to Friday, 29 May 2026 at the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, where industry leaders will come together for three days of exceptional networking, insightful panel discussions, and interactive workshops.

Expect an agenda packed with dynamic sessions and valuable opportunities to build meaningful connections.

Sponsorship opportunities are now available, offering prime branding and promotional benefits. For inquiries, please contact us at alexiavella@itfa.org.

More details, including the full agenda, will be shared in due course.

On 7-11 June 2026, FCI will host the 58th Annual Meeting in Lisbon, Portugal.

The Annual Meeting offers a great chance to connect with industry colleagues and take part in discussions about the latest developments within the Factoring and Receivables Finance Industry. Participants can expect to gain valuable insights from experts through insightful presentations, engaging in-depth panel discussions led by top professionals, and staying updated with global statistical updates.

In addition, the Meeting is well known for its plentiful networking opportunities, and Lisbon will provide a beautiful backdrop for all of these networking sessions while offering some incredible sightseeing on the last day.