xFuturum'24
Georgia at the Crossroads
Latest Challenges, New Visions
The xFuturum 2024 Forum aims to support the formation of Georgia’s future as an integral part of a global free society by creating a vibrant ecosystem for collaboration, knowledge sharing and generation of transformative ideas.
The xFuturum Forum 2024
in Tbilisi, Georgia
Will serve as a discussion platform for fostering dialogue and advancing transformative ideas. This event will bring together thought leaders, policymakers, business executives, and influential figures to address Georgia's most pressing challenges and harness emerging opportunities. Over several days, participants will engage in thought-provoking discussions, workshops, and brainstorming sessions on topics crucial to Georgia's future, such as sustainable economic development, technological innovation, education reform, environmental stewardship, and social inclusion.
The forum aims to provide a unique opportunity for networking, partnership building, and the development of innovative solutions for Georgia's challenges.
The agenda will encompass various themes and issues, including the potential of digital technologies, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, developing a comprehensive education system, addressing environmental challenges, and promoting social inclusion.
The outcomes of the forum will contribute to the development of policy recommendations, best practices, and innovative approaches that will guide Georgia's path towards a prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive future.
The forum will focus on the following key topics:
(De)Globalization and Digital Transformation
(Identifying Transformations)
The impact of (de)globalization on Georgia's economy and society
The opportunities and challenges of the new industrial revolution
The twin green and digital transition and its implications for Georgia
The transformation of global value and supply chains and how Georgia can position itself to benefit
New World and Georgia - Geopolitical Transformations (Identifying Opportunities)
The Russian-Ukrainian War and its potential impact on Georgia
Post-war scenarios and the implications for Georgia
The Black Sea, Caucasus, and Central Asia region and Georgia's role in regional cooperation
Key actors in the region and their visions and interests
New Civil Contract - Constitutional Order
The importance of checks and balances in a democratic society
The need for decentralization to empower local communities
The challenges of promoting democracy in a complex and polarized world
Inclusive and just peacebuilding for all as a foundation for a stable and prosperous Georgia
Georgia: Future Vision - Identifying Opportunities
Economic development and the creation of a vibrant and diversified economy
Digital transformation and innovation as drivers of economic growth
Energy development and the transition to sustainable energy sources
Human capital development through education and science to build a knowledge-based economy