Global Industry Summit 21st General Conference

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) will hold its Global Industry Summit 21st General Conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This important global event will bring together Member States to discuss and define UNIDO’s strategic direction for the coming years.
The conference agenda includes key topics such as institutional governance, budget performance, impact evaluation, and updates on major development programmes. The Director General’s reports will highlight progress in areas such as sustainable energy, climate action, the circular economy, and digital transformation, emphasizing UNIDO’s role in advancing inclusive industrialization.
Delegates will also address UN reform processes, transparency, and performance monitoring through tools like UNIDO Compass, which enhance accountability and align activities with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Beyond its institutional function, this 21st session will serve as a platform for international cooperation, innovation, and policy dialogue. It will reaffirm the importance of industry as a driver of sustainable economic growth, technological progress, and social inclusion.
At a time of global transformation, the outcomes of the conference are expected to guide countries and industries toward greener, more resilient, and inclusive industrial futures, reinforcing UNIDO’s mission of achieving prosperity for all.