New economy forum

The New Economy Forum (NEF) is a global platform that brings together leaders from business, government, and civil society to discuss and shape the future of the global economy. The forum was founded in 2017 by the China Daily and the Financial Times, and its first edition was held in Beijing, China.

The NEF aims to provide a platform for leaders to share their insights and experiences on the challenges and opportunities facing the global economy, and to explore new ideas and solutions for building a more sustainable and equitable economy. The forum covers a wide range of topics, including:

  1. Global economic trends and outlook
  2. Innovation and technological disruption
  3. Sustainable development and climate change
  4. Global governance and international cooperation
  5. Financial inclusion and economic inequality
  6. Digital economy and e-commerce
  7. Urbanization and infrastructure development
  8. Education and skills development

The NEF has hosted several editions, with the most recent one being held in Beijing in 2020. The forum has attracted a wide range of participants, including:

  1. Heads of state and government
  2. Business leaders and CEOs
  3. Economists and academics
  4. Civil society leaders and activists
  5. Media representatives and journalists

Some of the notable speakers and participants at the NEF include:

  1. Chinese President Xi Jinping
  2. US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin
  3. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva
  4. World Bank President David Malpass
  5. Alibaba Group CEO Daniel Zhang
  6. Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba Group
  7. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX
  8. Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank

The NEF has also launched several initiatives and reports, including:

  1. The NEF Report: a annual report that provides an overview of the global economy and its trends.
  2. The NEF Index: a index that measures the performance of countries in terms of their economic development and sustainability.
  3. The NEF Awards: an annual award that recognizes outstanding achievements in areas such as innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

Overall, the New Economy Forum is a significant platform for global leaders to discuss and shape the future of the global economy, and to promote sustainable and equitable economic development.