Event Details
2026 MENA Bank to Bank Forum
20-21 January 2026
Dubai, UAE
Tech, Tides, and Transformation
The 2026 BAFT MENA Forum, taking place January 20–21, 2026, in Dubai, UAE brings together the region’s senior executives, influencers and industry experts to explore the forces redefining MENA’s financial ecosystem.
This year’s theme, Tech, Tides, and Transformation, captures the accelerating convergence of technology and banking amid shifting global and regional currents. From stablecoins, tokenization, and generative AI to evolving trade corridors and macroeconomic realignments, these sessions will examine how transaction banking, specifically within the Middle East North Africa context, are navigating change, fostering collaboration, and driving new opportunities for growth and resilience.
In addition to these thought-provoking and interactive sessions, the Forum provides a platform to connect with peers, partners, and innovators shaping the next wave of transformation. Participants will engage in bilateral meetings and dedicated networking sessions designed to spark collaboration and deliver actionable insights during the 2-day Forum.
Conference Highlights
- Expanded networking and bilateral meeting times – see program for details
- New BAFT Lounge for informal meetings and connections
- Conference app to pre-schedule meetings and optimize networking opportunities
- Enhance your skills and knowledge on stablecoins with a training workshop, included with your conference fee
- Women in Transaction Banking Briefing, also included as part of your conference fee
