Frequently Asked Questions
Registration and Participation
WAIPA’s flagship annual conference since 1996. WAIPA was founded in Geneva in 1995 and connects Investment Promotion Agencies (IPAs) from 110+ countries. 2026 marks the 30th edition.
Centre International de Conférences Genève (CICG), Geneva, Switzerland, 10–12 November 2026.
Registration and participation for WIC 2026 are free of charge.
No, travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the participants.
No fixed deadline, but registering ministerial delegations ~4 weeks before the event is recommended for administrative purposes.
IPAs, ministers and government officials, private sector delegates, international organizations, chambers of commerce, and academia.
Yes, registration is open to private sector delegates and encouraged.
Diplomats and officials may benefit from facilitated visa procedures. Check your eligibility and required documents on the Swiss Mission in Geneva’s visa and entry procedures page.
Program and Logistics
100+ sessions across seven pillars:
- Leaders Vision
- Development Strategies
- Sectoral Resilience
- Partner-led Competitiveness
- Partner-led Sustainability
- Executive Focus
- Business Engagement
Booths are available on a first-come, first-served basis. WAIPA members receive a discount. Learn more and book here
Dedicated B2B meetings have generated over USD 1 billion in combined investment opportunities in recent editions.
English (French translation provided for some sessions, to be confirmed).
Sharjah (2025), Riyadh (2024), New Delhi (2023), Geneva (2022). Past editions have also been held in Milan, Rio, Istanbul, Dubai, Xiamen, and Warsaw.
WIC 2026 is expected to attract 5,000 participants (broadly in line with attendance at the past three conferences)
For any inquiries, please contact:
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