The second AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies 2026 opened on Tuesday in AlUla Governorate, bringing together senior economic officials and international financial leaders for discussions on global economic changes.
The two-day conference is organised jointly by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Finance and the International Monetary Fund. It is attended by Finance Minister Mohammed Aljadaan, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, finance ministers, central bank governors, heads of international financial institutions and selected economic experts from different countries.
This year’s conference is being held under the theme “Policies Amid a Reset of the International Trade and Financial Systems". Discussions focus on shifts in the global economy and their impact on emerging market economies, particularly in the areas of international trade, monetary policy, financial systems and broader macroeconomic management.
Participants highlighted the need to strengthen multilateral cooperation as economic pressures increase and global uncertainty grows. Speakers said international partnerships play a critical role in supporting emerging and developing economies during periods of fragmentation and market volatility.
The conference also focused on sharing practical policy experiences and identifying workable solutions. Organisers said the aim is to encourage realistic approaches that support public welfare and help emerging markets respond to ongoing changes in the global economic environment.