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FII Institute and SMBC Group Forge Strategic Alliance to Drive Inclusive Global Growth

By our staff reporter

The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute has announced a strategic partnership with the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group. T

his collaboration unites two organizations with a shared mission to mobilize capital and innovation for global social good.The partnership is timed ahead of two major events: the FII9 flagship conference in Riyadh (October 27-30, 2025) and the FII PRIORITY Asia Summit in Tokyo, where SMBC Group will serve as a Presenting Partner.

Richard Attias, Chairman of the Executive Committee and Acting CEO of FII Institute, stated, “We are thrilled to welcome SMBC Group. Their leadership in sustainable finance aligns perfectly with our mission to drive investments that promote growth, restore ecosystems, and reduce inequality.”Makoto Takashima, Chairman of the Board of SMFG, commented, “We are proud to partner with the FII Institute.

By working together, we can further expand our vision of ‘Fulfilled Growth’ onto the global stage, connecting Asia, the Middle East, and the world.”This alliance underscores the critical role of finance in creating inclusive prosperity and addressing pressing global challenges through scalable, practical solutions.

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