IGCF 2024 explores forward-thinking perspectives in emerging, evolving economic sectors

SHARJAH: Emerging and evolving economic sectors, including metals, adventure, space, and the 'silver' economy, will take centre stage at the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2024), slated for 4-5 September at Expo Centre Sharjah. The forum will bring together government officials, economic experts, and decision-makers from the public and private sectors to present forward-thinking economic perspectives that will forecast shifts and trends in the global developmental landscape, particularly in the economic sphere. Themed 'Agile Governments… Innovative Communication', the 13th edition will offer a robust agenda with in-depth discussions on these critical topics at a crucial juncture for the UAE. The nation celebrates significant achievements in economic diversification and the enhanced contribution of non-oil sectors to its GDP, furthering sustainable and inclusive development locally and globally. IGCF 2024 sessions are grounded in forward-looking studies and data, particularly the silver economy. This concept stems from significant demographic changes over the past three decades, with projections indicating that senior citizens will comprise over 17 percent of the global population by 2050. This demographic shift has prompted governments and decision-makers to rethink seniors' quality of life and ongoing productivity, leading to new economic models, notably the silver economy. Source : The Namibia News Agency