The global innovation forum (GIF) is an ITU flagship event to discuss the trends and most pressing needs of countries regarding digital innovation.

This year’s edition of the Global Innovation Forum (GIF) is held under the theme “Shaping our Digital Futures for Prosperity and Well-Being for All” serving as a platform for sharing knowledge and best practices, networking and promoting the development of digital innovation ecosystems and entrepreneurship across the globe. It is organised by The ITU and hosted by the Government of Malta through the Ministry for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects.
Why Attend? The discussions at the Global Innovation Forum will aim to bridge the digital innovation gap by empowering stakeholders with forward-thinking ideas, sharing insights on policy acceleration and collaborative initiative development, supporting the growth of startups and SMEs growth, nurturing innovative digital clusters and connecting them to global innovation networks. The goal is to provide a platform that strengthens the local innovation capabilities of countries while leveraging global and regional partnerships.
Special Features and Elements: The event offers a diverse range of opportunities for networking and engaging in expert exchange. Among the key highlights are the three event stages – the Forum, Experience and Collaboration Stage, which enable participants to embark on a transformational journey through thought leadership sessions, fireside chats, round tables, social events, innovation awards, and networking. It will also offer the opportunity to engage with the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance for Digital Development.
Who Should Attend? The Forum is open to policymakers, academics, development agencies, international organizations, startups, SMEs, digital innovation agencies, enterprise development agencies, entrepreneurial support organizations, development banks, funding partners, venture capitalists, digital changemakers, industry experts, and thought leaders in the relevant fields related to digital innovation.