Riyadh’s Moment of Industrial Transformation: A Countdown to UNIDO GC21

A City Poised to Shape Global Industry

In just two weeks, **Riyadh, Saudi Arabia** will stand at the heart of a defining moment for global industry. From **23–27 November 2025**, the city will host the **21st Session of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) General Conference** at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Centre. With the theme *"The power of investment and partnerships to accelerate the SDGs,"* this high-profile event is far more than a meeting — it’s a call to action. 

Here, ministers, corporate leaders, investors, and innovators from around the world will gather to translate industrial policy into real, measurable impact. The agenda, soon to be unveiled, promises a blend of **plenary sessions, ministerial roundtables, solution-focused discussions, and interactive exhibitions**, all dedicated to mobilizing capital, scaling advanced technologies, and forging cross-border partnerships. These five days will take participants from high-level strategy to hands-on execution, ensuring every conversation leads to tangible outcomes.  

LDCMC11: Bridging Promise and Action**  

Just one day before the main event, on **22 November**, Riyadh will host the **11th Ministerial Conference of the Least Developed Countries (LDCMC11)**. This special summit is laser-focused on **investment, innovation, and transformative industrial policies** — the building blocks of inclusive growth. By preceding GC21, LDCMC11 creates a crucial bridge from visionary policy dialogue to actionable, real-world results.  

Ministers will work to advance **UNIDO’s Operational Strategy for LDCs**, focusing on technology transfer, value-chain development, and productive capacity building. This intentional alignment ensures that global industrial transformation delivers measurable benefits for the most vulnerable economies, turning promises into progress. 

**Why Riyadh Matters Now**  

Hosting both GC21 and LDCMC11 back-to-back underscores Riyadh’s role as a global hub for cooperation, innovation, and sustainable development. This isn't just a meeting of minds — it’s a platform where conversations transform into partnerships, and partnerships evolve into industrial initiatives that can reshape economies worldwide.  

With **business-to-business, business-to-government, and government-to-government engagement spaces**, the aim is clear: every interaction must move the needle toward sustainable industrialization, resilience, and prosperity. The countdown is on, and the world will be watching Saudi Arabia lead the charge toward a new industrial era.

From Vision to Reality: Mondevo Group’s Bold Leap into Abu Dhabi’s AI Future

In an era where innovation fuels the global economy, strategic decisions often determine the difference between leadership and legacy. **ABU DHABI, UAE – Mondevo Group, an AI-native integrated wealth and innovation ecosystem serving global family offices,** has made one such transformative move. The group announced the establishment of its global headquarters in the prestigious **Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)**, cementing Abu Dhabi’s role as a nexus for artificial intelligence, digital assets, and next-generation financial services.  

This strategic relocation is not merely a matter of geography—it’s a deliberate alignment with a city shaping the future from first principles. Mondevo’s decision taps into Abu Dhabi’s impressive growth trajectory, advanced infrastructure, and bold policies designed to propel AI and digital innovation into global prominence.  

The Strategic Rationale for Abu Dhabi

Choosing Abu Dhabi was far from coincidental—it was calculated with precision. **Mondevo Group selected ADGM** for its innovation-friendly regulations, state-of-the-art AI infrastructure, and unmatched global connectivity.  

Abu Dhabi’s Digital Strategy 2025-2027 underlines its ambition to become **the world’s first fully AI-powered government** with over AED 13 billion invested in public sector AI integration. Supported by visionary institutions such as the **ABU DHABI, UAE **Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence(MBZUAI)** and the **Hub71+ AI accelerator**, the emirate offers a fertile ground for AI pioneers like Mondevo.  

Moreover, ADGM’s progressive digital asset framework provides clarity and confidence for enterprises venturing into tokenisation and blockchain technologies. Add to this Abu Dhabi’s role as a strategic bridge between East and West and the city’s business-friendly legal environment, and the appeal becomes undeniable.  

Building the Future – The Mondevo Ecosystem

At its core, Mondevo Group operates through three harmoniously integrated pillars:  

1. **Mondevo Wealth** – Swiss-based, AI-powered private wealth preservation and management solutions tailor-made for global family offices.  

2. **Mondevo Ventures** – Strategic investments in AI-native businesses across key sectors.  

3. **MondeVita** – Lifestyle and luxury investments defining high-end innovation.  

Behind these pillars lies the heartbeat of the organisation—its **technology innovation hub in Singapore**, home to over 40 AI developers. From custom large language models to real-time portfolio optimisation and automated deal flow analysis, each tool is designed to revolutionise how private capital engages with emerging markets.  

This incorporation into ADGM perfectly mirrors Abu Dhabi’s commitment to innovation-led economic growth. The emirate’s AI-first government vision complements Mondevo’s ambitions, creating a synergy that promises to set new industry benchmarks.  

In the words of Hussam Otaibi, Founder of Mondevo Group: *“Abu Dhabi’s commitment to becoming the world’s AI capital is not theoretical, it’s operational.”* This move is more than a relocation—it's a declaration that the future belongs to those who embrace technology as the foundation of progress.  

By harnessing Abu Dhabi’s unmatched AI infrastructure, supportive regulations, and global connectivity, Mondevo is not just riding the wave of change—it’s helping to shape it. 

From Vision to Vitality: How Keralty & TCS Are Shaping Saudi Arabia’s Health Future

A Groundbreaking Alliance under the Saudi Vision 2030 Promise

In **RIYADH, Saudi Arabia**, the healthcare landscape is experiencing a monumental shift. **Under the auspices of the Insurance Authority within the framework of the In Gate Conference**, and as part of the **Global Insurance Conference and Exhibition (InGate 2025)**, a first-of-its-kind international event dedicated to shaping the future of the insurance industry in the Kingdom, two trailblazers — **Keralty Group** and **Total Care Saudi (TCS)** — have joined forces.  

This strategic alliance aims to **transform population health management in Saudi Arabia**. Bringing together **Keralty’s global expertise in Value-Based Care** with **TCS’s trusted local leadership**, the partnership is not merely a handshake — it is a vision brought to life. It supports the national aspiration under **Saudi Vision 2030**, promoting wellbeing, prevention, and innovation at scale. By shifting the paradigm from reactive disease control to predictive, proactive care, Keralty and TCS dare to reimagine what healthcare can achieve for a vibrant society. 

Moving from Reactive to Predictive — The Future of Care

The alliance is steering TCS’s trusted **Third-Party Administrator (TPA) model** into the realm of a next-generation **Population Health Services Organization (PHSO)**. This evolution is centered on integrated and personalized care delivered before costly interventions become necessary. The approach promises smarter resource allocation, improved patient experiences, and measurable long-term health outcomes.  

Together, **Keralty and TCS** will design a sophisticated **Population Health Management Product** capable of deeply analyzing population health risks, segmenting care needs, and developing prevention programs aligned to these insights. These programs will not only be accessible to governments and insurers but will also proactively engage communities, ensuring health solutions are delivered before problems escalate.  

A Vision Rooted in Innovation and Trust

Speaking on the partnership, **Emilio Herrera Molina**, CEO of Keralty for UAE and KSA, remarked that this is more than a service contract — it is a commitment to building an efficient, predictive health ecosystem. **Bandar Bawakid**, CEO of TCS, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the unparalleled value this collaboration will offer the **Saudi health system**.  

With innovation at its core and trust woven into every step, this alliance is a symbolic bridge between **international expertise** and **local dedication**. It embodies the **Insurance Authority’s mission** to bolster resilience within the insurance sector and reinforces **Saudi Vision 2030’s** drive toward a vibrant society where wellbeing and inclusivity reign supreme.