FII Priority Summit in Miami to shape a sustainable and innovative future for global leaders

Speakers and attendees will tackle urgent global issues such as the cost of living, social inclusion, and technology challenges. Supplied
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Updated 23 February 2024
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FII Priority Summit in Miami to shape a sustainable and innovative future for global leaders

RIYADH: Global leaders, investors, and CEOs will convene for the second edition of the Priority Summit in Miami to explore the integration of disruptive technologies, healthcare, finance, and sustainability. 

The Future Investment Initiative Institute announced the annual event, themed “On the Edge of a New Frontier,” is scheduled for Feb. 22-23, 2024, at the Faena Hotel & Forum, Miami Beach. 

At the core of the summit’s goals is connecting the Americas to global markets and tackling key challenges for a prosperous future, according to a press release. 

In Miami’s entrepreneurial and corporate environment, the summit will foster discussions on international markets and global ecosystem integration, it added. 

Richard Attias, CEO of the FII Institute, underscored the summit’s crucial role, stating: “As we convene some of the brightest minds across various sectors, our focus will be on responsible decision-making in investment and economic growth. This summit is a stepping stone toward shaping a sustainable and technologically advanced future.” 

The press release added that this year’s summit provides an interactive program with a focus on disruptive technologies and fostering innovation for investment and societal betterment. 

“It is an opportunity to explore and discuss how cutting-edge advancements in AI, robotics, healthcare, finances and sustainability can be harmoniously integrated into our global society.” 

Guided by insights from the FII Priority Compass report, speakers and attendees will tackle urgent global issues such as the cost of living, social inclusion, and technology challenges.  

The organizing institution emphasized that these discussions are especially pertinent as economic growth and advanced technologies evolve, offering humanity crucial choices that affect sustainable progress and well-being. 

The event anticipates hosting over 1,000 business and finance leaders, offering networking and collaborative opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.  

The FII Institute, a global non-profit foundation, focuses on impactful solutions in AI and robotics, education, healthcare, and sustainability. 

With a data-driven approach and an investment arm, the Institute positions itself as a contributor to transformative changes and global collaboration. 

In October 2023, Saudi Arabia hosted the 7th edition of the Future Investment Initiative summit in Riyadh, attracting over 5,000 delegates and featuring insights from 500 distinguished speakers. The event focused on critical sectors under the theme “The New Compass.” 


King Abdulaziz Airport among world’s busiest after record-breaking 2025

Updated 02 January 2026
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King Abdulaziz Airport among world’s busiest after record-breaking 2025

RIYADH: King Abdulaziz International Airport has achieved a new historical milestone, reaching 53.4 million passengers in a single year.

This is the highest number ever recorded at a Saudi airport since the beginning of air travel in the Kingdom, placing it among the world’s mega airports in terms of passenger traffic, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

The airport handled a total of 310,000 flights and 60.4 million bags, representing a 12 percent increase compared to 2024. It also handled 9.57 million Zamzam water containers and 2,968 cargo flights. 

This achievement reflects the airport’s qualitative transformation and its position as a regional hub and national gateway connecting the Kingdom to the world. It also highlights its role in facilitating the movement of visitors and pilgrims, promoting tourism in line with the goals of Vision 2030, diversifying the economy, and providing a distinguished travel experience. 

For his part, CEO of Jeddah Airports Co. Mazen Johar, affirmed that reaching 53.4 million passengers confirms the airport’s high operational readiness and represents a pivotal milestone for moving to the next phase, in preparation for doubling this number, God willing, in the coming years. 

He pointed out that this national achievement would not have been possible without the grace of God Almighty, followed by the directives of the wise leadership and the continuous follow-up from the minister of transport and logistics, the president of the General Authority of Civil Aviation, and the CEO of Airports Holding Co. 

He explained that King Abdulaziz International Airport is strengthening its position as a major aviation hub in the region through expansions, increased capacity, and improved services, supporting the objectives of the aviation program and aligning with the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. 

The CEO of Jeddah Airports Co. expressed his gratitude to the partners in success from various government and private sectors for their fruitful cooperation through a collaborative work system that contributed to providing the best services.