Abu dhabi: The Sharjah Award in Public Finance, in association with the Arab Administrative Development Organisation (ARADO) of the League of Arab States, is organizing the second edition of the Public Finance Forum on 10-11 June 2026 in Istanbul, Republic of Trkiye. The forum will operate under the theme 'Public Finance in the Face of Global Crises: Strategic Visions - Present Challenges - Future Prospects.'
According to Emirates News Agency, the event will gather a distinguished group of decision-makers, experts, and specialists in public finance and economics from across the Arab world. Attendees will include ministers of finance, senior government officials, economic and financial policymakers, representatives of Arab, regional, and international financial institutions, as well as academics, researchers, private-sector representatives, banking professionals, and think tank members.
The forum is part of ongoing efforts to bolster Arab dialogue on public finance issues amid rapidly changing global economic conditions. It aims to contribute to developing effective public finance policies that balance financial stability with sustainable development goals.
The event is designed to enhance the efficiency and resilience of public finance policies across Arab nations in addressing global crises. It will provide a specialized platform for exchanging knowledge and best practices, while highlighting successful international and Arab models in public finance management.
Key strategic themes to be addressed include global economic developments and their impact on Arab public finance, fiscal policies' role in crisis mitigation, public debt sustainability, budget efficiency, revenue diversification, and governance in finance management. Discussions will also explore strategic public-private partnerships and sustainable financial resources.
Additionally, the forum will feature panel discussions and workshops with ministers, officials, experts, and international institution representatives. These sessions will address economic challenges and opportunities, showcasing successful fiscal policy and financial sustainability experiences.
As an interactive financial platform, the forum is a key initiative of the Sharjah Award in Public Finance, aimed at facilitating expertise and best practices exchange in public finance. The award is recognized as a distinguished Arab model for excellence in public finance, promoting innovation, knowledge-sharing, and institutional development across the region.