Collective action for a sustainable future

21–23 June 2027
The Venetian Macao

24 June 2027: Invite-only off-site partner visits to sustainability initiatives across the Greater Bay Area

About the congress

The Global Sustainable Development Congress 2027 brings together leaders from business, government, academia and civil society to shape the future of sustainable development through groundbreaking research, innovation and global collaboration.

Hosted in the heart of the Greater Bay Area – the gateway to Asia-Pacific’s next phase of growth – the congress connects industry, policy and the global knowledge economy to translate ambition into action and advance sustainable development worldwide.

First speakers announced

The Global Sustainable Development Congress 2027 brings together the leaders driving the transition to a more sustainable world, from the researchers shaping new ideas to the business and policy pioneers turning them into global impact.

Dionne Lam

Head of Enterprise Public Sector Group, Hong Kong and Macau

Microsoft

Karan Thakur

Group Vice-President of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability

Apollo Hospitals

Aymeric de Condé

Head of Asia-Pacific

STX Commodities

Annie Cheng

Communications and Public Affairs Adviser, AI for Campus

Hong Kong Society of Artificial Intelligence and Innovation

John Chi-kin Lee

President

The Education University of Hong Kong

Lela Mélon

UNESCO Chair in Life Cycle and Climate Change

Pompeu Fabra University

Sukti Dasgupta

Director of Employment, Skills and Sustainable Enterprises

International Labour Organization

Letlhokwa Mpedi

Principal and Vice-Chancellor

University of Johannesburg

Yousef Baoom

Chief Executive Officer

NICE Global Impact

Michael Fung

Executive Director, Institute for the Future of Education

Tecnológico de Monterrey

Angelique Pilon

Director, Sustainability Hub

University of British Columbia

Yahong Dong

Director, Institute of Green and Net-Zero Technology

Macau University of Science and Technology

Who is GSDC for?

Higher education community

Join university leaders, researchers and sustainability professionals to exchange ideas, share progress and collaborate with global peers committed to advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

Business and industry leaders

Meet global executives driving sustainable transformation. Discover how innovation, responsible growth and cross-sector partnerships are building resilience, competitiveness and long-term business value.

Investors and financial institutions

Banks, private equity and venture capital firms, infrastructure funds and institutional investors assessing opportunities, financing growth and balancing returns with risk.

Civil society

Engage with NGOs, charities and social enterprises working to advance equality, inclusion and environmental justice. Collaborate with peers and strengthen your role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

Policymakers

Connect with ministers and advisers shaping sustainable growth. Explore policies driving green innovation, inclusive economies and climate action through collaboration across governments and institutions.

What does the agenda cover?

The congress tracks bring together leaders from higher education, industry, governments and communities to explore the ideas, research and partnerships advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and driving lasting global impact toward 2030 and beyond.

The Asia-Pacific Innovation & Growth Summit 2027 brings together senior decision-makers across business, investment and government to explore how technology, infrastructure and capital can drive resilient, sustainable growth across Asia-Pacific.

Education and societal transformation

Health and well-being

Cities and communities

Power and infrastructure

Technology and AI

Capital and Investment

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Get involved

The Global Sustainable Development Congress 2027 is where the world’s leading universities, businesses, governments and NGOs meet to shape a sustainable future. The congress is where strategies are set, partnerships are forged and real progress is made.

The congress will grow with more stages, more attendees and more chances to meet leaders and connect with organisations investing in sustainable development across research, policy and industry.